Reverse sural artery flap for lower extremity reconstruction: a multicenter retrospective analysis of success and failure patterns
RSAF is a highly successful and reliable option for lower extremity reconstruction, especially in resource-variable settings. However, anatomical site, flap design parameters, and modifiable patient risk factors significantly impact outcomes. Long-term surveillance highlights excellent durability in ankle and lower leg reconstructions, while heel-based reconstructions require closer follow-up. Level of Evidence Level III (Retrospective Comparative Study).
Authors
- Moh’d S. Dawod (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1336-9304)
- Lina Alshadfan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4832-5149)
- Mohamed Jaber (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5524-5131)
- Mosleh M. Abualhaj (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7465-8038)
- Maher Al-khateeb
- Saleh Abualhaj (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-3243-9007)
- Eyad Alqarqaz
- Rasha Al-Ebbini
- Mohammad Alananzh
Institutions
- Al-Ahliyya Amman University (JO)
- Mutah University (JO)
- King Hussein Cancer Center (JO)
- Jordan Hospital (JO)
- King Hussein Medical Center (JO)
- Al-Balqa Applied University (JO)
- King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (GB)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
- Published
- 2025-08-12
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s10195-025-00860-z
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.01
Funders
- Al-Balqa' Applied University