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The Rochester bone trephine for small joint arthrodesis in the foot
R D Teasdall1, K A Johnson, M L Hickman
1Mayo Clinic Scottsdale, Scottsdale, Arizona.
Foot & Ankle
|September 1, 1993
Summary
The Rochester bone trephine facilitates foot arthrodesis using iliac crest dowel grafts. This minimally invasive technique reduces surgical trauma and patient discomfort for small joint fusion.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Surgical Instrumentation
Background:
- Arthrodesis of small joints in the foot can be challenging.
- Effective bone grafting techniques are crucial for successful joint fusion.
Observation:
- The Rochester bone trephine enables precise harvesting of iliac crest dowel grafts.
- This instrument facilitates graft insertion into small foot joints.
Findings:
- The technique using the Rochester bone trephine results in minimal surgical trauma.
- Patient discomfort is significantly reduced with this method.
Implications:
- This system offers a versatile and effective approach for foot arthrodesis.
- The presented cases demonstrate the broad applicability of the Rochester bone trephine.
