Calcaneal Reconstruction by Proximal Tibia Allograft Following Total Calcanectomy
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DOI: 10.1007/s13193-019-01027-z
Abstract: Primary malignant bone tumour of the calcaneum is rare and constitutes about 3% of all bone tumours [1]. Due to its rarity, delayed diagnosis and inadequate treatment, local recurrence is common; literature with regard to… read more here.
Keywords: tibia allograft; calcaneal; total calcanectomy; proximal tibia ... See more keywords
Total calcanectomy in calcaneal osteomyelitis: An alternative to major amputation.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foot.2021.101896
Abstract: BACKGROUND Hindfoot ulcers associated with chronic calcaneus osteomyelitis are very difficult to manage and many patients need a limb amputation for resolution. Total calcanectomy can be a salvage procedure for these patients. The purpose of… read more here.
Keywords: calcanectomy calcaneal; osteomyelitis alternative; calcanectomy; amputation ... See more keywords