Reconstruction of the Achilles Tendon and Overlying Soft Tissue Using an Anteromedial Thigh Flap for a Post-Burn Pes Equinus Deformity: A Case Report

Abstract

We present a 36-year-old man with a severe pes equinus deformity of the ankle and an intractable ulcer over the Achilles tendon after a 4th-degree burn. He underwent a one-stage reconstructive surgical procedure using an anteromedial thigh flap with its vascularised fascia. After lengthening of the Achilles tendon and posterior release of the ankle, the anteromedial thigh fasciocutaneous flap was transferred. The ischaemic Achilles tendon was wrapped with the vascularised femoral fascia for vascularisation and reinforcement. The skin defect was covered with the skin paddle of the combined flap. There were no postoperative complications. At the 3-year follow up, the range of movement of the ankle was almost normal. The patient was able to walk and climb stairs without support, and the ulcer was cured.