Zhenhao Li, Jiahe Liu, Chenzhi Li, Mingjian Wu, Yancheng Li, Yan Cui, Wanqi Xiong, Fan Yang, Baoyi Liu
Bone nonunion and bone defects frequently occur following high-energy open injuries or debridement surgeries, presenting complex challenges to treatment and significantly affecting patients' quality of life. At present, there are three primary treatment options available for addressing bone nonunion and bone defects: vascularized bone grafts, the Masquelet technique, and the Ilizarov technique. The Ilizarov technique, also known as distraction osteogenesis, is widely favored by orthopedic surgeons because of several advantages, including minimal soft tissue requirements, low infection risk, and short consolidation time...
December 2023: Orthopaedic Surgery