Abstract
This report describes a new technique for treatment of a segmental defect in long bones that uses a cylindrical titanium mesh cage, in combination with cancellous bone allograft and demineralized bone matrix putty (Grafton), stabilized with a statically locked intramedullary nail. Two clinical cases of tibia defects treated with this technique are presented. At the one-year follow-up, radiographically both cases demonstrated excellent limb alignment, stability, and bony healing. Immediate full weight-bearing was initiated in each case, and early limb functional recovery was achieved. Preliminary data suggest that this technique may be a reasonable alternative to currently used methods for management of select long bone segmental defects.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 54-59 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Journal of orthopaedic trauma |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 2000 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Bone grafting
- Segmental bone defects
- Titanium mesh cage
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine