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40.5.2 Pressure Ulcers
Pressure ulcers (PU) are localized lesions that generally occur as a result of unrelieved and pro­longed pressure over bony prominences causing damage to the skin and/or the underlying tissues.
They usually occur in patients who have reduced mobility and spend the majority of their time lying in a bed or in a wheelchair without shifting their bodyweight. This means that all patients who are critically unwell in the hospital setting are potentially at risk [25, 26].
PU is more common in case of coexisting additional risk factors (e.g., paralysis, peripheral vascular disease, decreased sensation, poor nutri­tional status, cognitive impairment, and frailty) [2527]. If a patient is conned to bed, the most frequent areas are the sacrum, the coccyx, the tro­chanteric region, and the calcaneus, whereas, if a patient has prolonged periods of sitting in a chair, the coccyx and the elbows are the areas at higher risk [28].
Pressure ulcers can present as open ulcers or can arise on the surface of intact skin, showing the “tip of the iceberg” effect, where the skin sur­face is relatively spared compared to the underly­ing tissue. This is because necrosis often starts at the site of the highest pressure, which is at the bone/muscle interface. Accordingly, a pressure ulcer may be much more severe than rst thought because the damage to the deeper tissues is not reected at the surface [29] (Fig.40.3).
Fig. 40.3 Ischiatic ulcer in 60-year-old paraplegic patient
PU are classied into four stages based on their thickness [30]. National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel’s staging system is provided in Table40.2.
40.5.2.1 Operative Management
Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is not routinely used but can be a useful option for ulcers with high levels of exudate requiring mul­tiple dressing changes a day and for stage 3 or 4 ulcers. NPWT can help optimize the wound bed for surgical closure or stimulate healing while waiting for reconstructive surgery.
Ulcerectomy, debridement, and eventual bone resection are indicated to remove brous scars and potentially infected tissue, with the aim of preventing relapses.
Table 40.2 National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel’s updated pressure ulcer staging system
Stages Clinical appearance Stage 1:
non­blanchable erythema
Stage 2: partial thickness skin loss
Stage 3: full thickness skin loss
Stage 4: full thickness tissue loss
Unstageable: depth unknown
Skin is intact with non-blanchable redness localized to an area usually over bony prominence. The area may be painful, rm, soft, warmer, or cooler than adjacent tissue.
Partial thickness loss of dermis presenting as a shallow ulcer with a pink wound bed.
Ulcer in which subcutaneous fat may be visible with or without slough. However, bone, tendon, or muscle are not visible.
Ulcer in which muscle, tendon, or bone is exposed. Ulcer often includes undermining or tunneling; hence, it is at risk of causing osteomyelitis.
Ulcer in which base is covered by slough or necrotic tissue; therefore, true depth cannot be determined and therefore classied. Deep tissue injury presents with a purple or maroon localized area of discolored skin or blood blister as a result of damage to underlying soft tissue. In darker skin types, it may be difcult to detect whether non­blanching skin erythema is present, such as in stage 1 ulcers or a deep tissue injury, so high suspicion of risk is required.
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Intraoperative bone specimens should be obtained for microbiological culture when osteo­myelitis is suspected. The removal of bony prom­inences is recommended to help relieve pressure points. Care must be taken, however, not to remove bone in excess, because this may expose critical deep structures or produce new unnatural weight-bearing skin surfaces [31, 32].
Although there are no recommendations regarding a specic type of surgery for this type of ulcer, reconstruction should provide functional weight-bearing coverage. Generally, skin grafts are not indicated because they do not typically provide enough strength or bulk to cover the wound.
The primary closure of relatively small stage 2 or 3 ulcers may be attempted when immediate closure is desired. While this relatively simple procedure can be performed, wound dehiscence is a common complication [33].
For more extensive stage 3 or 4 pressure ulcers, surgical management with a regional or free ap is mandatory in order to ll dead space. Cutaneous and fasciocutaneous aps are gener­ally preferred over muscle aps, which are gener­ally preserved for recurrent cases or in case of reconstructive failure as a lifeboat option [34, 35] (Fig.40.4).
40.5.3 Arterial Ulcers
Arterial ulcers (AU) usually develop from an imbalance in arterial blood ow: a reduced/inad­equate perfusion of the skin and soft tissues leads to/causes ischemia and subsequent necrosis, nally resulting in ulceration. The main cause is represented by peripheral vascular disease/ chronic obstructive disease due to atherosclero­sis, diabetic macro- and micro-angiopathy, vas­culitis, and microthrombi [36].
If compared to venous ulcers, AU are prefer­entially located more distally, typically on the foot (toes, metatarsals, and calcaneus) or, less frequently, in the anterolateral region of the leg distal third [37]. AU has a characteristic “punched-out” appearance, well-demarcated edges, and a pale bottom. They can present with an eschar on their surface and deeper structures, such as fascia, tendons, and muscles may be involved too.
The surrounding skin appears pale, atrophic, and hypothermic with altered skin adnexa (decreased number of hair). The striking clinical clue is jolting, burning pain, and functional impo­tence, increased in the supine position.
The most important diagnostic tool in the evaluation of the arterial nature of an ulcer is rep-
Fig. 40.4 Operative photographs showing the patient in a prone position with an ischiatic ulcer. (a) Pre-operative drawing. (b) Advancement of the V–Y ap. (c) Complete
dissection of the perforator ap. (d) Clinical picture 10 weeks after surgery, showing complete healing of the ap
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resented by the ankle-brachial pressure index (APBI): an ABPI <0.6 is strongly suggestive of arterial insufciency. Other instrumental tests such as color Doppler ultrasonography, angiogra­phy, CT angiography (CTA), or magnetic reso­nance angiography (MRA) could be useful in case of doubts regarding the etiology or to preop­eratively determine obstruction vessel localiza­tion when invasive or surgical intervention is planned [38].
40.5.3.1 Operative Management
In case of critical vascular impairment, revascu­larization of the affected arterial segment is performed rst and is mandatory in order to repristinate proper blood ow. When necessary,
WPB through surgical debridement, NPWT, and topical antiseptic treatment is considered prior to reconstruction. This is possible only after a suc­cessful revascularization and is subsequently achieved through the use of dermal substitutes or skin grafts (Fig. 40.5). Occasionally, ow­through/bypass aps can be used too, with the aim to provide soft-tissue coverage, simultane­ously preserving the blood ow to distal tissues [35, 39].
40.5.4 Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) are caused by the combination of both arterial and nerve damage:
Fig. 40.5 Post-traumatic leg ulcer in a 77-year-old patient with popliteal artery stenosis. (a) Exposure of the tibialis anterior muscle. (b) Reconstruction with a split-
thickness skin graft after BWP with NPWT. (c) Final result 6 months after surgery
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in fact, the main causes are noted to be peripheral neuropathy and peripheral vascular disease. Ulcers and gangrene can be considered one of the worst complications of diabetes and are the most common cause of non-traumatic lower limb amputations in developing countries [40]. Although many classications are currently available for DFU, Wagner’s classication is one of the most widespread and can be considered a useful guide for effective stage-related treatment [41] (Table40.3).
40.5.4.1 Operative Management
As for arterial ulcers, rst-line treatment often includes a revascularization procedure, the criti­cal reduction of the arterial ow caused by dia­betic angiopathy one of the main characteristics of the disease [42].
Surgical procedures of debridement, bone resection, WBP, and treatment of any infectious foci are highly recommended when they are necessary.
Either direct closure, skin grafts, and local or free aps are feasible options for reconstruction, according to Wagner’s grade of severity [41, 43]. However, ap reconstruction is possible only after revascularization.
In regard to the amount of soft tissue and bone to be resected or otherwise preserved during debridement, the patient’s functional needs should always be considered: in fact, in the case of walking patients, a functional reconstruction that allows to bear weight has always to be pre­ferred over a non-functional one, if possible (e.g., avoiding tendon resection on the dorsum of the
Table 40.3 Wagner’s classication of diabetic foot ulcers
Grade Clinical appearance Grade 0 Skin intact but bony deformities leading
to “foot at risk” Grade 1 Supercial ulcer Grade 2 Deeper, full-thickness ulcer Grade 3 Deep abscess formation of osteomyelitis Grade 4 Partial gangrene of forefoot Grade 5 Extensive gangrene
foot in order to allow nger extension; preserving rst and fth metatarsal heads and choosing not to perform forefoot or midfoot amputations to maintain the weight-bearing tripod; preserving plantar skin or reconstructing it with aps; and trying not to graft heel ulcers).
Finally, we have to remember that about 80% of DFUs have a neuropathic origin. Therefore, further association of nerve decompression pro­cedures at anatomic sites of nerve entrapment (e.g., tarsal tunnel release), thanks to the improve­ment in the sensation of the foot, may help to reduce the risk of recurrence after reconstructive surgery [4446].
40.5.5 Neoplastic Ulcers
A neoplastic ulcer is dened as a lesion whose origin is not caused by circulatory, metabolic, or traumatic causes, but an expression of the malignant degeneration of one of the components of the skin or expression of a tumor process origi­nating elsewhere and reaching the skin metastati­cally (lymphatic or hematogenous) to the skin.
It is possible to distinguish primitive forms, which are ulcers that have arisen themselves, and secondary forms, represented by chronic ulcers, from which a carcinoma takes its origin.
Among primitive forms, basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), malig­nant melanoma (MM), T cell and B cell lym­phoma, and Kaposi’s sarcoma are the most frequent types of neoplastic ulcers. Metastatic ulcers are very rare and, in the majority of cases, derive from a primitive breast adenocarcinoma [47].
In the case of secondary forms, neoplastic degeneration arises on skin damaged by chronic inammation or scarring, as in the case of radia­tion dermatitis, burns, venous ulcers, osteomyeli­tis, and chronic diseases including discoid lupus and sclero-atrophic lichen. Generally, SCC is a tumor that originates from chronic wounds, and in this case, the ulcer is named “Marjolin’s ulcer” [48] (Fig.40.6).
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Fig. 40.6 Photograph showing a case of Marjolin’s ulcer in a 72-years-old man
Suggestive characteristics of a neoplastic
ulcer are:
– Atypical localization, often unusual for vascu-
lar ulcer. – Irregular margins and hemorrhagic borders. – Abnormal granulation tissue, extending
beyond the margins. – Presence of vegetative, exophytic, thick
lesion, covering the entire surface of the ulcer. – Rapid increase of the lesion despite adequate
treatment. – Presence of purulent fundus and fetid scent. – Locoregional lymphadenopathy [31].
40.5.5.1 Operative Management
A tissue biopsy followed by histological exami­nation in the suspicion of a neoplastic ulcer is always mandatory to rule out malignancy. To obtain greater diagnostic accuracy, multiple biopsy sampling at several points of the lesion is recommended [49].
After diagnosis is conrmed, in well-
differentiated and less aggressive forms, surgical removal with a wide margin followed by recon­struction is preferred, although cases of relapse are reported.
More radical treatment is indicated in patients
with poorly differentiated and, therefore, more aggressive forms. In these cases, major amputa­tion is to be considered, due to the risk of metas­tasis and death [50].
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40.5.6 Vasculitic Ulcers
Vasculitis is a rare case of ulceration. Ulcer for­mation is caused by the injury of cutaneous microvessels in the context of various systemic conditions, such as connective tissue diseases (systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, and Sjögren syndrome), antiphospho­lipid antibodies syndrome, panarteritis nodosa, and Wegener’s granulomatosis.
40.5.6.1 Operative Management
Surgical treatment of vasculitic ulcers follows the general principles applied for venous ulcers and is based on debridement, NPWT, and grafts. However, it is recommended to cautiously man­age the donor areas, due to the difcult healing of secondary lesions. Regenerative surgery has a fundamental role: in selected cases, it is possible to use cultures of broblasts, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and fat grafting (lipolling/ADSCs) to help skin regeneration [51] (Figs.40.7 and 40.8).
40.5.7 Infected Ulcers
All chronic ulcers contain bacteria but their pres­ence does not necessarily indicate the existence of infection and does not necessarily entail a delay in healing [4]. For this reason, one should distinguish between contamination, colonization, and infection.
Contamination is dened by the presence of non-replicative microorganisms, while coloniza­tion is dened by the presence of replicative microorganisms without signs of reaction by the host. Infection of the ulcer is nally dened by the presence of replicative microorganisms with the reaction of the host. It should never be forgot­ten that the majority of venous ulcers are colo­nized by bacteria rather than infected [52].
There are many factors that together with the bacterial load determine the appearance of infec­tion: they include the amount of necrotic tissue and exudate, the number of microorganisms, the pathogenicity of the bacteria, and the host organ­ism’s defenses. Host resistance can be condi­tioned by both local factors (location, size, depth,
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Fig. 40.7 Photographs showing a 48-year-old lady affected by SLE with chronic ulcers on the anterior sur­face of her legs. (a) Post-debridement ulcer. (b)
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Fig. 40.8 Vasculitic ulcer in a female patient. (a) Preoperative photograph. (b) Intraoperative photograph showing PRP injection after ulcer debridement. (c)
time of ulcer onset, and vascular situation) and systemic factors (metabolic disorders, diabetes mellitus, vascular disease, edema, malnutrition, smoking, drug use or abuse of alcohol, and immunosuppressive drugs).
The diagnosis of infection is substantially clinical, and the signs that identify its presence are at least two of the following: onset or increase of pain, increased exudate and edema, appear­ance of an unpleasant odor, change in color of the
Reconstruction with autologous skin graft. (c) Recurrent ulcer 3months after surgery
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Autologous skin graft 1 week after surgery. (d) Final result 3months after surgery
ulcer base, appearance of a peri-wound erythema, change in the appearance of the granulation tis­sue, and observation of a slow healing process or its sudden stop.
It is, therefore, advisable to take at least one swab of the wound, enriched with exudate and with the material obtained from the curettage of the edges of the ulcer or with the aspiration of purulent material, after having thoroughly cleaned the wound with saline solution [53].
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Fig. 40.9 Infected chronic venous ulcer in a 78-year-old female suffering from type II diabetes. (a) Chronic ulcer on the later side of the leg. (b) Post-debridement ulcer. (c)
40.5.7.1 Operative Management
In case of conrmed infection, the initial therapy of the ulcer, regardless of its type, is based on the administration of topical and systemic antibiotics and a good wound bed preparation (WBP), through the execution of a good debridement with either sharp technique or high-pressure water jet dissection, the control of the bacterial load and the adequate management of the exu­date through NPWT, eventually enriched with antibiotic instillation. Topical silver- and iodine­based agents and advanced dressings containing slow-release antiseptics can also be useful for the control of the infection and the reduction of bio­lms [34, 5456]. Dermal substitutes can be used
Dermal regeneration template. (d) Clinical picture 1 week after surgery. (e) Staged autologous skin grafting 1month after rst surgery. (f) Final result 6 months after surgery
of life. The management of patients with skin ulcers is complex and often leads to poor out­comes. The implementation of a DTCP in daily clinical practice allows for the delivery of more effective care to these patients thanks to the coop­eration between the hospitals and the territory and the constant interaction between different healthcare professionals. According to the DTCP, each patient with a complex or complicated ulcer should be referred in a timely way to a second­level center for a multidisciplinary review in order to receive the most appropriate surgical treatment, which is always tailored to the patient’s specic condition and varies between ulcer subtypes.
as a bridge to the nal reconstruction with autolo­gous skin grafts, which is usually deferred in a second surgical stage [5759] (Fig.40.9).
40.6 Conclusion
Skin ulcers are very common in the general pop­ulation and represent a cause of long-term illness, functional impairment, and reduction of quality
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Microsurgery inWound Healing
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JoonPioHong andAsliDatli
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Key Points
• Microsurgery is a surgical approach or a specialty using surgical microscopes to manipulate small tissues such as vessels of the ap to reconstruct a defect caused by various reasons.
• Flap reconstruction for wounds is fre­quently considered in cases of lacking healing progress despite good wound care or complex wounds when timely coverage will benet the overall healing process.
• Along with a multidisciplinary approach and good principle of wound care, the repair and restoration strategies using aps and microsurgery have widened the possibilities for good esthetic and functional results for complex wounds.
J. P. Hong (*) Department of Plastic Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan, Seoul, South Korea
A. Datli Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Istinye University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
41.1 Introduction
Frequently considered chronic wounds for recon­struction are wounds lacking healing progress despite good wound care. In addition, those need­ing aps or microsurgical reconstruction are wounds that are unable to close by skin grafts, wounds with an exposed vital structure such as tendon and bones, and wounds that have pro­longed infections, such as osteomyelitis and skin necrosis. These wounds have become a major challenge to healthcare professionals all over the world. Reports show that in the United States alone, these wounds affect an estimated 2.4–4.5 million people [1, 2]. Acute wounds are often straightforward involving good principles of wound care: debridement, infection control, ade­quate vascularity, and wound preparation for reconstruction followed by the reconstruction itself [3]. The big challenges involved in wound healing is often chronic wounds, especially in the lower extremity [4]. Chronic leg and foot ulcers occur in many adults with vascular disease or dia­betes and are attributed to chronic venous insuf­ciency, arterial disease, prolonged pressure, or neuropathy [2, 5]. Thus, chronic wounds can be classied as vascular ulcers (venous and arterial), diabetic ulcers, and pressure ulcers [6]. These ulcers last on average 12–13months, recur in up to 60–70% of patients, can lead to loss of func­tion and decreased quality of life, and are a sig­nicant cause of morbidity [2, 5]. Moreover, care
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