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Reconstruction of the humerus and rehabilitation of the elbow using an osteomyocutaneous scapular flap: a case report

ABSTRACT

Introduction:

We report a case of reconstruction of the proximal third of the right humerus and rehabilitation of the elbow in a 20-year-old male patient who was injured in an automobile accident and developed bone necrosis of 5 cm at the proximal third of the humerus and avulsion of the brachial biceps.

Methods:

A scapular bone flap was used, together with a latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap, using subscapular vessels for the pedicle.

Results:

The patient had excellent postoperative course, presenting in the 2-month postoperative period with bone consolidation and initiation of elbow flexion.

Conclusions:

This flap modality is a safe and useful option for bone reconstruction.

Keywords:
Elbow; Humerus; Myocutaneous flap; Superficial muscles of the back; Osteonecrosis.

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