Role of Free Iliac Crest Flap in Foot and Ankle Reconstruction

Background Reconstruction of extensive bone and compound defects in the foot and ankle is challenging. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the outcomes of free iliac crest flap in foot and ankle reconstruction. Methods We retrospectively reviewed patient records and identified 13 cases with 1...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of reconstructive microsurgery Jg. 32; H. 5; S. 386
Hauptverfasser: Repo, Jussi Petteri, Barner-Rasmussen, Ian, Roine, Risto P, Sintonen, Harri, Tukiainen, Erkki
Format: Journal Article
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: United States 01.06.2016
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Adolescent
Adult
Aged
Ankle Injuries - physiopathology
Ankle Injuries - surgery
Bone Transplantation - methods
Cross-Sectional Studies
Finland - epidemiology
Foot Injuries - physiopathology
Foot Injuries - surgery
Fracture Healing
Fractures, Open - physiopathology
Fractures, Open - surgery
Humans
Ilium - transplantation
Male
Microsurgery
Middle Aged
Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
Recovery of Function
Retrospective Studies
Treatment Outcome
Young Adult
ISSN:1098-8947, 1098-8947
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Zusammenfassung:Background Reconstruction of extensive bone and compound defects in the foot and ankle is challenging. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the outcomes of free iliac crest flap in foot and ankle reconstruction. Methods We retrospectively reviewed patient records and identified 13 cases with 1 osseous and 12 composite free iliac crest grafts for compound fracture (n = 3) or sequelae (n = 10) in the foot and ankle. We applied the visual analogue scale foot and ankle, the Oswestry disability index, and the 15D health-related quality of life (HRQoL) instruments. Results The average follow-up period was 3.9 years (range, 1.3-8.0 years). Four patients underwent early reoperations; venous and arterial reanastomosis (n = 1), minor wound revision (n = 2), or flap reconstruction due to partial necrosis of the skin island (n = 1). The median time to bone union was 23 months (range, 7-46 months). One permanent pseudoarthrosis occurred. One patient underwent late below-knee amputation due to chronic pain and functional impairment. One patient required flap reconstruction due to a late donor-site defect. Seven patients completed the questionnaires on an average of 14.7 years postoperatively (range, 2.0-26.9 years). Noted impairment of the donor site and of the reconstructed limb ranged from none to significant. Five (out of seven) patients had a HRQoL comparable to that of an age-standardized general population. Conclusions The free iliac crest flap is a feasible option for extensive compound fractures and bone-healing complications in the foot and ankle. It can also be used to achieve ankle arthrodesis when other techniques have failed and in patients at high risk for amputation.
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ISSN:1098-8947
1098-8947
DOI:10.1055/s-0036-1571441