Remodeling of the Fibula Stump After Transtibial Amputation
Viktor Shevchuk,
Yurii Bezsmertnyi,
Olexander Branitsky
et al.
Abstract:To study the peculiarities of peroneal stump remodelling after transtibial amputation in the process of prosthesis usage. Material and Methods: A histological study of the ends of the stumps of the fibula in 68 patients was performed. Terms after amputation: 2-8 years. Results: In the 1st group the stumps with the reparative process completion were formed. In the 2nd group there were sharp disturbances of the reparative process with the formation of the cone-shaped end. In the 3rd group there was a pronounced … Show more
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