Ankle fusion with a trabecular metal spacer and an anterior fusion plate.

Wiewiorski, Martin; Schlemmer, Thomas; Horisberger, Monika; Prugsawan, Krit; Valderrabano, Victor; Barg, Alexej · J Foot Ankle Surg · 2015

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

We present a novel operative technique for ankle joint fusion in a case of severe talar bone loss. Fusion was achieved with a trabecular metal spacer combined with a single anterior, anatomically preshaped, angular, stable plate. Excellent postoperative results with good bone consolidation and preservation of lower leg length were present shown at 1 year of follow-up.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy