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Systematic Approach to the Management of Post-traumatic Segmental Diaphyseal Long Bone Defects: Treatment Algorithm
Nando Ferreira1, Yashwant S Tanwar1
1Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa.
Background:
Bone defects remain challenging to manage. The wide array of treatment options is a testament no single strategy works in every patient. This is more complex if consideration is given to the status of the host and the soft tissues. The choice of treatment should be based on specific patient requirements after taking all variables into account.
Materials And Methods:
We present a comprehensive classification system and treatment algorithm to assist with decision-making in management. All potential treatment modalities including amputation are discussed with their relevant pearls and pitfalls.
Conclusion:
The proposed classification system may potentially assists with communication, enable patient stratification for assigning the most appropriate treatment modality and guide reporting of treatment outcomes.
How To Cite This Article:
Ferreira N, Tanwar YS. Systematic Approach to the Management of Post-traumatic Segmental Diaphyseal Long Bone Defects: Treatment Algorithm and Comprehensive Classification System. Strategies Trauma Limb Reconstr 2020;15(2):106-116.
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