ABSTRACT
The authors report eight microsurgical operations to repair soft tissue defects of
the fingers using free neurovascular autografts taken from the lateral surfaces of
digits 3 and 4. In seven cases, the transferred flaps survived, and one case resulted
in necrosis of the transplant. Follow-ups were from one to 12 months. Good cosmetic
and functional results were recorded including restoration of sensory discrimination.
The procedure described is regarded as an alternative for repairing terminal and other
soft-tissue defects of the fingers.
