[Cutaneous expansion at the level of the lower limbs. Surgical technique, indications and complications].

Skin expansion in the lowers limbs has been described for a long time. The authors report their experience in this site. The operating technique is described in such a way as to limit complications to a minimum. The indications for this technique are recalled with particular emphasy on the use of expansion in preparation for a subsequent procedure. Lastly, the most frequent complications are discussed together with the methods of their prevention.