Clinical Outcome of Free Latissimus Dorsi Flaps for Coverage of Soft Tissue Defects in Multiply Revised Total Knee Arthroplasties

摘要

Background: Multiply revised total knee arthroplasties (TKAs) may present with large anterior soft tissue defects, which can be challenging to reconstruct. In the rare cases where local flaps are insufficient, we use free latissimus dorsi (LD) myocutaneous flaps to achieve soft tissue coverage. This study looked to determine implant survivorship, infection status, and patient-reported outcomes of patients undergoing simultaneous revision TKA and LD flaps in a tertiary unit.