Modified Calcanization of Tibia for Hindfoot Defect Reconstruction: Method and Preliminary Results
Rui Zhang,
Xiaoyu Wang,
Shenghe Liu
et al.
Abstract:ObjectivesTo introduce our modified technique for calcanization of the tibia in managing massive bony loss of hindfoot and preliminary outcomes.MethodsFrom January 2015 to December 2021, modified calcanization of the tibia were performed in 10 patients with unilateral loss of the calcaneus. Clinical outcomes were assessed based on the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society score and Symptom Checklist‐90‐Revised questionnaire. Paired two‐group t‐test was applied to compare the parameters.ResultsThe mean … Show more
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