Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2719890 | The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery | 2012 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Herein, we illustrate an operative technique to attain limb salvage after a failed intramedullary nail in the diabetic Charcot neuropathic patient. The use of the blade plate, or T-plate, in combination with external fixation, fastened into the body of the calcaneus allows for greater bone capture. Our experience has shown that this provides for a stable, long-lasting construct.
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Authors
Lawrence A. DiDomenico, Damieon Brown,