A New Amputation in the Lower Third of the Thigh

Callander, C. Latimer

doi:10.1001/jama.1935.02760480016005

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“…The supracondylar and transcondylar amputations such as those described by Callander (1935), Slocum (1949, Gritti (1857) and Stokes (1870) have all had their protagonists, usually because of a good reputation for primary wound healing. One suspects that it is achieved at the expense of losing a number of knee joints.…”

Section: Individual Amputationsmentioning

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Amputation revisited

Murdoch

1984

Prosthetics &Amp; Orthotics International

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IntroductionThis lecture was created to honour our founder President Knud Jansen. In New York the Knud Jansen lecture was presented by Charles Radcliffe (1977) and in Bologna by Ernst Marquardt (1980; 1981). The author is very conscious of the honour paid to him and of the distinguished company he joins.Knud was a fine surgeon and a great teacher. Moreover, with his vast knowledge of the literature always presented his material against a historical backcloth. It is therefore, the authors intention to present the subject of amputation surgery in the same way under the following headings: Epidemiology Amputation levels Pre-operative phase Anaesthesia Amputation procedure Stump environment Individual amputations Rehabilitation and prosthetic fitting EpidemiologyIn ancient times, so far as can be seen from archaeological remains and such pictures that exist, amputation was usually the result of unspecified gangrene or trauma. It might have been accidental or from fighting, was occasionally associated with practices in magic, with ritual sacrifice or with punishment: indeed, to this day in some parts of the world the ablation of one or both hands is still used as a punishment for theft. In the Middle Ages huge numbers of

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Section: Individual Amputationsmentioning

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Amputation revisited

Murdoch

1984

Prosthetics &Amp; Orthotics International

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“…This procedure has recently regained popularity [ 10 ]. Callander described another technique for lower third femur amputation in 1936, claiming that this was superior to the older Gritti–Stokes technique due to the anterior flaps utilizing the soft tissues of the upper leg up to the level of the tibial tuberosity, as well as other modifications such as removing the patella and using fewer sutures with better cosmetic results [ 11 ]. Such claims have been made by other authors as well.…”

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The Gritti-Stokes Amputation: Is It Still a Reliable Technique in the 21st Century? A Narrative Review

Garaud,

Le Nail,

Hetaimish

et al. 2024

Medicina

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Lower limb amputation is a common surgical procedure performed worldwide. Many individuals require amputation due to various circumstances, with amputations occurring above or below the knee. Surgeons rely on published research to determine the most appropriate technique based on intraoperative and postoperative outcomes. The Gritti–Stokes amputation (GSA) procedure, introduced in 1857, has shown positive results in terms of primary wound healing, reduced mortality rates during and after surgery, and accelerated healing and mobility. However, due to the need for highly trained surgeons and limitations in functional and cosmetic prosthesis fitting, concerns have been raised regarding its utility. Additionally, the procedure is underutilized in cases where it could potentially yield better results. This article provides a comprehensive review of the documented benefits of GSA, suitable candidate selection, limitations, various modifications, and a comparison with traditional approaches to lower limb amputation. The review is focused on evidence published in the last 100 years.

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“…l --4 A modified supracondylar amputation has been developed and used by the author for over 20 years. The procedure has been modified from supracondylar amputations previously described in the literature.2, [4][5][6][7][8][9] The advantages of the modified supracondylar amputation procedure include short operative time, minimal blood loss, long femur stump, reduced pain, strong fascial closure, high rate of primary healing, and avoidance of a flexion contracture at the hip.…”

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Modified Supracondylar Amputation of the Femur

Majeski¹

2004

The American Surgeon

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The upper leg can be amputated at many levels starting with the through the knee amputation and ending with the hip disarticulation. The most common above the knee amputation is through the mid-femur, and this procedure is taught in most surgical programs in the United States. A new modification of the supracondylar amputation of the femur is herein described. A 20-year experience of over 200 procedures is reported using a new modification of the supracondylar amputation of the leg. Two deaths occurred, and a primary healing rate of 95 per cent was obtained. Revision to a higher level was required in only three patients. The advantages of the modified amputation procedure include short operative procedure, minimal blood loss, long femur stump, reduced pain, strong fascial closure, high rate of primary healing, and avoidance of a postoperative flexion contracture at the hip.

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A New Amputation in the Lower Third of the Thigh

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Amputation revisited

Amputation revisited

The Gritti-Stokes Amputation: Is It Still a Reliable Technique in the 21st Century? A Narrative Review

Modified Supracondylar Amputation of the Femur

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