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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Bone Pathology

Background:

  • Unicameral bone cysts and intraosseous lipomas of the calcaneus are rare bone lesions.
  • Diagnosis often occurs due to non-specific heel pain, pathological fractures, or incidental findings.
  • Traditional open surgery carries risks and prolonged recovery periods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a modified, minimally invasive endoscopic surgical technique for benign osteolytic lesions of the calcaneus.
  • To detail the application of endoscopic curettage and allogenic bone grafting.
  • To highlight a novel technique for graft placement using a funnel-shaped ear speculum.

Main Methods:

  • Minimally invasive ossoscopy with endoscopic tumor resection.
  • Endoscopic curettage of the bone lesion.
  • Plombage with allogenic cancellous bone chips using a specialized speculum.
  • Focus on intraosseous lipoma and calcaneal lesions.

Main Results:

  • The described technique offers a potentially safer and faster alternative to open surgery.
  • Allogenic cancellous bone grafting demonstrated favorable osteointegration, handling, availability, and cost-effectiveness.
  • The funnel-shaped ear speculum facilitates efficient graft packing.

Conclusions:

  • Endoscopic treatment with allogenic grafting is a viable, safe, and cost-effective option for benign osteolytic lesions of the calcaneus.
  • This technique may minimize surgical risks and accelerate patient convalescence.
  • The modified endoscopic approach provides a valuable treatment strategy for calcaneal bone tumors.