ANKLE FUSION - A RETROSPECTIVE REVIEW

被引:31
作者
AARON, AD
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[1] Dept. of Orthopedic Surgery, Box 202, Univ. of Colorado, Health Sciences Center, Denver, CO 80262
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10.3928/0147-7447-19901101-11
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R826.8 [整形外科学]; R782.2 [口腔颌面部整形外科学]; R726.2 [小儿整形外科学]; R62 [整形外科学(修复外科学)];
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The results of ankle fusion were reviewed in 26 patients who underwent 32 arthrodesis procedures. Posttraumatic degenerative arthritis was the most common indication for fusion (54%). Crossed cancellous screws were the primary method employed (43%), with an external fixator being used in 22% of cases. The overall union rate was 81%, with both crossed cancellous screws and external fixation attaining the best results (86%). Nonunion and infection were the most frequent complications. Progression of subtalar arthritis was demonstrated in 29% of patients postoperatively. Seventy-eight percent of patients graded extremity appearance as excellent or good with the majority being able to return to work.
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