Multiligamentary Reconstruction in a Below-Knee Amputation Patient

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Reconstructive Surgery
• Trauma Management

Background:

• Multiligament injuries in patients with below-knee amputation present diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
• The incidence of these injuries is unknown, leading to underdiagnosis and delayed treatment.

Observation:

• A case report details a patient with a left transtibial amputation experiencing a multiligament injury during physiotherapy.
• The injury was diagnosed following a severe crushing trauma to the ipsilateral lower limb.

Findings:

• The patient underwent successful tibiofibular fixation and multiligament reconstruction.
• Good functional results were achieved post-operatively.

Implications:

• Ligament instability should be suspected in amputees, even during rehabilitation.
• Early diagnosis and appropriate surgical intervention are crucial for optimal functional recovery in these complex cases.