Limb salvage: revision of failed intramedullary nail in hindfoot and ankle surgery in the diabetic neuropathic patient.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1053/j.jfas.2012.02.015.
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Abstract
Herein, we illustrate an operative technique to attain limb salvage after a failed intramedullary nail in the diabetic Charcot neuropathic patient. The use of the blade plate, or T-plate, in combination with external fixation, fastened into the body of the calcaneus allows for greater bone capture. Our experience has shown that this provides for a stable, long-lasting construct.
Medical subject headings
- Ankle Joint
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy, Neurogenic
- Bone Nails
- Bone Plates
- Diabetic Neuropathies
- Foot
- Limb Salvage
Anatomy
- ankle
- foot