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Megan Tersteeg1, Karissa Simon1, Saksham Pruthi1
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Saint Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
|May 24, 2024
Summary
The masquelet technique for bone defects can heal after just the first step. A patient with a 10 cm femur defect achieved fracture union without bone grafting, suggesting potential for regeneration.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Regenerative Medicine
- Biomaterials
Background:
- The masquelet technique is a standard two-stage orthopedic procedure for reconstructing large segmental bone defects.
- It involves a temporary cement spacer followed by bone grafting.
- This technique is typically used for defects resulting from infection, trauma, or tumor resection.
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