Does Incorporation of the Dorsal Cutaneous Branch of the Proper Digital Nerve in Anterograde Neurovascular Island Flap Improve Outcomes? Results of A Retrospective Case Series
In conclusion, the NVI flap procedure proved to be a reliable method for reconstructing fingertip pulp loss, offering long-term satisfactory outcomes. It provided good coverage with preserved sensation, dexterity, and preservation of finger length, meeting the patients' cosmetic expectations.
Authors
- Pervaiz Hashmi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8330-1268)
- Muhammad Hassaan Ali (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8738-1835)
- Muhammad Khan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1446-1425)
- Marij Zahid (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6988-0136)
- Muhammad Arbaz Arshad Khan
- Abeer Musaddique
Institutions
- University of Bradford (GB)
- Hamdard University (PK)
- Aga Khan University Hospital (PK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Archives of Plastic Surgery
- Published
- 2025-08-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2690-1599
- Primary Topic
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00