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Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 1997; 45(4): 204-205
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1013724
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Osteonecrosis of the Calcaneum in a Heart Transplant Recipient

F. U. Huwez, P. R. Belcher, V. L. Pathi, S. K. Naik, D. J. Wheatley
  • University Department of Cardiac Surgery, The Royal Infirmary, Glasgow, Scotland
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1996

Publication Date:
19 March 2008 (online)

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Abstract

Avascular necrosis affects 3% of transplant recipients. In the lower limb, the femoral heads or condyles may be involved. We report the hitherto unrecorded complication of avascular necrosis of the calcaneum. Conservative management resulted in resolution without long-term complications.

Key words

Heart transplantation - Osteonecrosis - Steroid - Immunosuppression