A surgical alternative in the management of chronic neurotrophic ulcerations of the foot

J Foot Ankle Surg. 1993 May-Jun;32(3):295-8.

Abstract

Chronic neurotrophic ulcerations involving weightbearing portions of the foot present a unique management challenge. Under the appropriate clinical setting, muscle transposition can be a rewarding operation in managing these otherwise unresponsive pedal ulcerations. Presented herein is a case demonstrating the successful resolution of a recalcitrant ulceration. The authors recommend this approach, not as a replacement, but merely as an alternative to more traditional techniques.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Chronic Disease
  • Female
  • Foot Ulcer / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Muscles / surgery
  • Surgical Flaps*