Lateral tibial condyle reconstruction by pedicled vascularized fibular head graft: long-term result

The technique of pedicled vascularized fibular graft for lateral tibial condyle reconstruction after en bloc resection of aggressive giant cell tumours was described by SP Chow et al. Early follow-up of two patients was presented in 1986. We present the 25 years follow-up of one patient with a liter...

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Published in:Strategies in trauma and limb reconstruction 2011-11, Vol.6 (3), p.163-166
Main Authors: Ahmed, Syed Kamran, Fung, Boris Kwok Keung, Ip, Wing Yuk, Chow, Shew Ping
Format: Article
Language:English
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Case Report
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Orthopedics
Surgical Orthopedics
Traumatic Surgery
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Summary:The technique of pedicled vascularized fibular graft for lateral tibial condyle reconstruction after en bloc resection of aggressive giant cell tumours was described by SP Chow et al. Early follow-up of two patients was presented in 1986. We present the 25 years follow-up of one patient with a literature review of alternative present day treatment options. The patient maintained community ambulant status despite developing late stage osteoarthritis. Although this procedure is performed rarely, it remains an alternative to the more sophisticated treatment options making it a useful method in centres with limited facilities and expertise.
ISSN:1828-8936
1828-8928
DOI:10.1007/s11751-011-0108-1