Fig. 2

Photographs illustrating the propeller flap operative technique. A, B Case example showing typical locations and marking of perforators from the posterior tibial arteries. C The incision along one margin of the proposed flap. D Final defect coverage with the propeller flap and primary closure of the donor site. E Partial flap necrosis at 3 weeks postoperatively. F Healing and excellent contour of the reconstructed ankle at 6 months postoperatively