Geoffrey C Gurtner, Glyn E Jones, Peter C Neligan, Martin I Newman, Brett T Phillips, Justin M Sacks, Michael R Zenn
Inadequate tissue perfusion is a key contributor to early complications following reconstructive procedures. Accurate and reliable intraoperative evaluation of tissue perfusion is critical to reduce complications and improve clinical outcomes. Clinical judgment is the most commonly used method for evaluating blood supply, but when used alone, is not always completely reliable. A variety of other methodologies have been evaluated, including Doppler devices, tissue oximetry, and fluorescein, among others. However, none have achieved widespread acceptance...
January 7, 2013: Annals of Surgical Innovation and Research