Principles of rotationplasty.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Rotationplasty is a reconstructive, limb-sparing option for management of lower extremity bone deficiency. This technique involves an intercalary resection, followed by 180° rotation of the distal limb to allow the ankle to function as a knee joint when it is fitted with a modified below-knee prosthesis. Gait analysis and functional outcome studies have reported favorable results with rotationplasty compared with those of above-knee amputation. Moreover, patient satisfaction with rotationplasty is higher than with other limb salvage procedures. The primary drawback of this procedure is patient acceptance of the limb's appearance.
Medical subject headings
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee
- Bone Neoplasms
- Bones of Lower Extremity
- Limb Salvage
Anatomy
- hip
- knee