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The successful soft tissue reconstruction of the foot requires a comprehensive multidisciplinary team. Wounds of the feet stem from a multitude of problems, including physical defects from trauma and tumor resection, medical conditions such as diabetes and peripheral vascular disease, and congenital anomalies including structural, gait, and vascular abnormalities. Thus, many specialties must be involved, including foot and ankle orthopedics, vascular surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, oncology, endocrinology, infectious disease, physical and occupational therapy, prosthetics, and social work. Successful reconstruction of foot wounds requires not only durable soft tissue coverage but also interventions to prevent recurrence. This chapter focuses on local flaps and their utility in reconstructing common wounds of the foot. |
