Publications by authors named "J F Hernekamp"

The surgical reconstruction of sacral soft tissue defects is challenging, and complications are frequent. We report a successful two-stage three-dimensional microsurgical soft tissue reconstruction of a wide and deep sacral defect anastomosing a free combined ALT/TFL/rectus femoris flap to an ipsilateral vena saphena magna arteriovenous loop which was applied primarily. This case shows that complex microsurgical procedures can be promising in this demanding patient population if the indication is correct and the operative/perioperative strategy is clear.

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The treatment of chronic wounds remains a serious medical and social problem. There are many innovative therapeutic approaches for the treatment of chronic wounds, one of which is cold plasma therapy. This case report describes an 85-year-old patient who presented with a chronic wound on his lower right leg.

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Background: Large, full-thickness infrainguinal wounds following revision revascularization procedures of the lower extremity are a challenging complication for reconstructive surgery. Frequently, these patients present with various comorbidities and after several previous reconstructive attempts. Therefore no straightforward soft tissue reconstruction is likely.

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Background: Chronic prevertebral soft tissue defects with exposed metal hardware following spinal surgery represent a challenging complication. Frequently patients underwent multiple previous operations due to wound complications. Surrounding soft tissues are often compromised due to malperfusion, severe subcutaneous scarring, previous local advancement flaps and therefore impair stable wound closure.

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