Early Functional Outcomes After Single-Stage Achilles Tendon Reconstruction Using Free Anterolateral Thigh Flap With Tubularized Fascia Lata
The ALT free flap with an attached FL is a functional reconstructive technique for Achilles tendon injury in the setting of large soft tissue defects. The composite free flap provides consistent operative success with robust early patient return to ambulation and weightbearing. Further evaluation into patient-reported outcomes can provide additional understanding of functionality.
Authors
- Isabel A. Snee (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-0489-3058)
- Karen R. Li (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6672-949X)
- J.S. Lee
- Christopher E. Attinger (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7114-6275)
- Sami Ferdousian (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-3404-1712)
- Rachel N. Rohrich (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-0418-5287)
- Richard C. Youn
- Ryan P. Lin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3804-1994)
- Karen K. Evans
- Meghan E. Currin
Institutions
- Georgetown University (US)
- MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Foot & Ankle International
- Published
- 2025-07-14
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/10711007251343556
- Primary Topic
- Tendon Structure and Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00