Limb Reconstruction and Deformity Correction Surgeries

Bone Defect Reconstruction

 

WHAT IS A BONE DEFECT?

A bone defect is essentially a missing piece of bone. If the bone is missing or deficient, the bone segments on either side of that defect are unlikely to heal, causing instability and pain. Bone defects often follow severe trauma, infections, malignancies and even orthopaedic interventions or surgeries.

Bone defect reconstruction is the highly intricate surgical process of repairing bone defects to achieve structural integrity. Bone defects represent one of the most complex orthopaedic problems, and a highly skilled and experienced team should undertake their management.

MANAGEMENT OF BONE DEFECTS

Bone defects can be managed with multiple limb reconstructive strategies. Some of the strategies include:

  • Acute shortening
  • Bone grafting
  • Bone transport
  • 3D-printed Titanium Truss
  • Endoprosthesis
  • Joint replacement

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1Are there any risks?

Bone defect management is an extremely complex surgery and is therefore associated with a high degree of surgical difficulty as well as potential complications. Patients with bone defects are often suffering from immense pain and disability, and the risks of surgery to bring solace to these patients are often justified.  The risks include:

  • Infection
  • Nonunion
  • Fracture
  • Malunion
  • Leg length discrepancy, etc.