Secondary reconstruction of the extensor tendons and overlying soft tissue deficiency

Reverse-flow pedicled radial forearm tendocutaneous flap transfers were performed to reconstruct simultaneous skin and tendon defects in the dorsum of the hand in six patients. All flaps survived and four of six patients obtained good functional results. To obtain satisfactory functional outcome, early surgical repair is critical after trauma. The only disadvantage of this operation is unacceptable donor site morbidity.