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Post-traumatic forearm bone defect reconstruction using the induced membrane technique.

Paul Commeil1, Arthur Seguineau1, Alison Delesque2

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The induced membrane technique shows reliable bone consolidation for forearm defects and non-unions. This method offers good functional outcomes and a low complication rate in reconstructive surgery.

Keywords:
Bone reconstructionForearmInduced membraneMasquelet techniqueNon-unionPost-traumatic

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  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Bone defect reconstruction

Background:

  • The induced membrane technique is established but understudied for post-traumatic forearm bone defects.
  • Forearm bone defects and non-unions present significant reconstructive challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of the induced membrane technique in treating post-traumatic forearm bone defects and non-unions.
  • To analyze bone consolidation rates and functional outcomes following induced membrane reconstruction.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 10 patients undergoing induced membrane forearm reconstruction.
  • Etiologies included acute trauma and treatment of non-unions (6 septic).
  • Functional assessment included range of motion and QuickDASH scores.

Main Results:

  • Successful consolidation achieved in 9 out of 10 patients, with a mean consolidation time of 9.2 months.
  • Mean follow-up was 50.3 months, with satisfactory range of motion and a mean QuickDASH score of 22.
  • The technique demonstrated reliability with a low complication rate.

Conclusions:

  • The induced membrane technique is a reliable and reproducible method for forearm bone defect reconstruction.
  • It yields good functional and radiographic results with minimal complications.
  • This technique is technically accessible for orthopedic surgeons.