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Use of Human Perivascular Stem Cells for Bone Regeneration
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Use of Human Perivascular Stem Cells for Bone Regeneration

Published on: May 25, 2012

Calcaneus replacement after total calcanectomy via vascularized pelvis bone.

L A Kurvin1, C Volkering, S B Kessler

  • 1Departement of Foot Surgery at Chirurgische Klinik und Poliklinik der LMU München, Germany. lars.kurvin@med.uni-muenchen.de

Foot and Ankle Surgery : Official Journal of the European Society of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
|December 17, 2008
PubMed
Summary

Total calcanectomy significantly impairs patients, causing loss of function and chronic pain. This study explores calcaneus replacement using vascularized iliac crest bone, offering a novel reconstructive approach.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Bone Grafting

Background:

  • Total calcanectomy, the removal of the heel bone, results in severe functional impairment and chronic pain.
  • Existing reconstructive options for the heel bone defect are limited and include rib grafts or allogeneic bone grafts.

Observation:

  • This case report details the successful replacement of a resected calcaneus using a vascularized iliac crest bone graft.
  • The procedure aimed to restore hindfoot function and alleviate pain following total calcanectomy.

Findings:

  • The use of a vascularized iliac crest bone graft represents a viable alternative for calcaneus reconstruction.
  • This technique offers a potential solution for patients suffering from the debilitating effects of total calcanectomy.

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Implications:

  • This approach may improve functional outcomes and quality of life for patients undergoing total calcanectomy.
  • Further research into vascularized iliac crest bone grafting for calcaneus reconstruction is warranted.