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Midfoot reconstruction with free vascularized fibular graft after wide resection: a case report.

Authors :
Ozger H
Akgül T
Eren I
Topalan M
Source :
Acta orthopaedica Belgica [Acta Orthop Belg] 2011 Oct; Vol. 77 (5), pp. 702-6.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

Malignant foot tumours are often treated with amputations due to anatomical difficulties. Limb salvage techniques are difficult to perform, as a stable, sensible and plantigrade foot should be obtained to prevent further problems.In this report, we present a midfoot reconstruction with a vascularized free fibula, osteomized in a V-shape after wide resection of a midfoot synovial sarcoma. We describe the reconstruction of both longitudinal arches in which using a vascularized autograft facilitated union, remodeling of the bone, and obtaining a functional foot.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0001-6462
Volume :
77
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Acta orthopaedica Belgica
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
22187851