Perforator based interposition flaps for sustainable release of scar contractures: a reliable, simple and versatile technique.

Phase 2

Recruiting

• Conditions: scarcontracture; tightening of the skin after skin transplantation; 10014982; 10040795

• Registration Number: NL-OMON39449
• Lead Sponsor: Brandwondencentrum

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Last Update Posted: 6 May 2024

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Recruiting
• Sex: Not specified
• Target Recruitment: 50

Inclusion Criteria

Indication for release of scar contracture
Sufficient tissue for a perforator based interposition flap
Able to give informed consent

Exclusion Criteria

Age >= 12 years
Location: scars on face or scul
Smoking: the patient is eligiable if smoking is quit for > 3 weeks before the operation
Psychiatric disorders (if a problematic follow-up is anticipated)
Language barrier

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
<p>The contraction of the flap/graft after three and twelve months is the primary<br /><br>outcome measure. </p><br>

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
<p>Secundary outcome parameters are necrosis, pigmentation, flap elasticity, range<br /><br>of motion and cosmetic outcome. </p><br>