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DOI: 10.1055/s-2001-17752
Combining Free Vascularized Fibula Graft and the Ilizarov External Fixator: Recent Approaches to Congenital Pseudarthrosis of the Tibia
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Publication Date:
12 October 2001 (online)
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ABSTRACT
The present study compares a recent approach for congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia, combining a free vascularized fibula graft and an Ilizarov external fixator. Between 1984 and 1993, seven vascularized fibula grafts were performed. In the first six cases, casts or unilateral external fixators were applied, and five of these cases were complicated by fractures of the graft, necessitating secondary procedures or long-term immobilization. The mean follow-up was 12.1 years. Five patients can now walk unassisted, and one uses a brace only outdoors. On average, a brace was required for 18 months. In the recent Ilizarov external fixator case, the fixator was removed after 4 months and a brace was unnecessary at 10 months. There was no leg-length discrepancy, severe ankle deformity, or fracture of the grafted fibula 7 years postoperatively. Combining a free vascularized fibula graft with an Ilizarov external fixator is recommended for this condition.
KEYWORD
Congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia - free vascularized fibula graft plus Ilizarov external fixator
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