Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery, Table of Contents J Reconstr Microsurg 1994; 10(5): 305-311DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1006599 ORIGINAL ARTICLE © 1994 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.Free Tram Flap for Lower-Extremity ReconstructionBruno C. Coessens, Jean P. Van Geertruyden, Pierre G. Vico Department of Plastic Surgery, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Hôpital Brugmann, Brussels, Belgium Recommend Article Abstract Buy Article ABSTRACT The usefulness of TRAM flaps is Well-established- Their use in soft-tissue reconstruction of the lower limbs is illustrated. The flaps allow coverage of soft-tissue defects with good quality skin, and add bulk to enhance leg contour. Three cases are presented, and the advantages of this flap are discussed. Full Text
