Identification of a free skin flap from the region vascularized by the deep circumflex iliac artery of horses.

The article outlines a study where a suitable skin flap for microvascular anastomosis was identified in the region vascularized by the deep circumflex iliac artery of horses.

Objectives and Methodology

• This research centered on the identification of skin areas in horse bodies that are vascularized by large axial vessels. These regions are deemed potentially suitable for a medical procedure known as microvascular anastomosis.
• The team performed dissections on 10 horse cadavers as part of their study. A total of eleven such areas were dissected in the process.

Findings and Further Research

• The researchers concluded that the most suitable skin area for their objective lies over the flank region in horses. This region is vascularized by a vessel known as the deep circumflex iliac artery.
• To define the anatomy of this area more accurately, additional studies were carried out by the researchers using angiography and latex injection. These studies were conducted on the same 10 cadavers initially used for the dissections.

Significance of the Study

• This study contributes to veterinary medicine, particularly in the field of surgical procedures involving the use of free skin flaps in horses. Identifying the suitable skin areas for microvascular anastomosis can lead to more successful outcomes in such procedures.
• The results also provide a better understanding of the specific anatomy of horses and establish the grounds for future research in related areas, including the applications of various techniques like angiography and latex injections in understanding the vascular structure of horses.