Using medial gastrocnemius muscle flap and PRP (Platelet-Rich-Plasma) in medial knee defect

Lower extremity defects can occur due to many reasons, such as a tumor, gunshot wound, and traffic accident. Many different methods have been described in the reconstruction of the lower extremity defects. Muscle flaps are especially useful in upper leg and knee defects. In this study, we presented the medial gastrocnemius flap and PRP(Platelet-Rich-Plasma) application to the 30 years old patient who had an open wound in the upper leg and knee as a result of a traffic accident. No problems were encountered in the postoperative period. Medial gastrocnemius flap is extremely useful in knee defects. Adding PRP on the flap increases flap viability. In order to reduce the length of hospital stay, especially during periods such as a pandemic, it is necessary to use safe flaps, such as muscle flaps, in the reconstruction of the lower limbs.