Abstract
In a review of 61 patients with compound injuries to the upper and lower extremities. Operating Theatre costs were added to the costs of inpatient hospitalization after commencement of reconstruction with either a pedicled flap or free tissue transfer. The cost of pedicled groin flap to the upper limb and cross leg flap groups was double that of comparable free tissue transfer groups. The cost of abdominal tube pedicle to the lower limb was three times greater than for the free flap technique. The conclusion is drawn that apart from general advantages to the patient, the cost to the community is significantly reduced.
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