Color doppler ultrasonography targeted reconstruction using pedicled perforator flaps. A systematic review and meta-analysis

Mossad Ibrahim, R. et als.
European Journal of Plastic Surgery, October 2018, Volume 41, Issue 5, pp 495–504

Flaps are increasingly popularized in reconstructive surgery and there is need to test and increase their reliability. Color Doppler ultrasound has been stated to be valuable in flap planning. The aim of this study was to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of the literature of Color Doppler ultrasound targeted pedicled perforator flaps and provide information on outcomes and complication rates.