The Kutler technique to restore skin cover in finger tip injuries was modified by mobilising the lateral triangular flap completely on its neuro-vascular bundle. Resultant increased mobility permitted greater advancement of the flap to allow adequate cover of the denuded finger tip. A unilateral flap is often sufficient.
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