Abstract:Augmentation of viability of random pattern flaps has long been an issue in plastic surgery. Up to date no agents were clinically introduced. Atorvastatins are used clinically for lipid lowering. They are also effective on flap survival with their angiogenic, antiinflammatory, antioxidant effects with systeic administration. In this study, Atorvastatin is used topically for flap survival alleviation in Mc Farlane flap in rats. Wibstar albino type 20 male rats weighing about 180-230 grams were classified as exp… Show more
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