Sensate Sole-to-Sole Reconstruction Using the Combined Medial Plantar and Medialis Pedis Free Flap

The coverage of soft-tissue defects of the sole needs special consideration because of the forces of weight bearing on the reconstruction. A variety of free tissue transfers have been advocated for soft-tissue replacement of the weight-bearing portions. However, there is no doubt that the ideal tissue for resurfacing the sole is the plantar tissue itself. The authors present a case of reconstructing the sole with the combined medial plantar and medialis pedis free flap that involves approximately 70% of the weight-bearing portion. This contralateral, combined fasciocutaneous free flap based on the posterior tibial-medial plantar vascular system is a good alternative in covering extensive sole injuries. Kim SW, Hong JP, Chund YK, Tark KC. Sensate sole-to-sole reconstruction using the combined medial plantar and medialis pedis free flap. Ann Plast Surg 2001;47:461–464