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Subtotal calcanectomy for chronic heel ulceration

M L Perez1, S S Wagner, J Yun

  • 1Podiatric Residency Training Program, Doctors Hospital, Columbus, Ohio.

The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery : Official Publication of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
|November 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Subtotal or partial calcanectomy offers a viable alternative to amputation for chronic heel ulcers in ambulatory and nonambulatory patients. This procedure is explored for its history, indications, technique, and outcomes across diverse patient groups.

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Area of Science:

  • Podiatric surgery
  • Orthopedic procedures
  • Wound care

Background:

  • Chronic heel ulceration poses significant challenges, often leading to amputation.
  • Subtotal or partial calcanectomy is a documented surgical option.

Observation:

  • This procedure is proposed for both ambulatory and nonambulatory patients.
  • The study expands the understanding of patient candidacy for calcanectomy.

Findings:

  • The authors detail the history, indications, and criteria for calcanectomy.
  • Surgical technique and postoperative course are discussed for various patient populations.

Implications:

  • Calcanectomy presents a limb-sparing alternative to amputation for complex heel wounds.

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  • Optimizing patient selection and surgical approach can improve outcomes in chronic ulcer management.