Abstract
Free vascularized fibular grafts were employed in seven patients with large tibial defects following trauma or resection of tumour. All patients were followed for more than 5 years. Tibial union and excellent functional results were achieved in all seven patients. Free vascularized fibular transfer seems to be an effective method of treatment for massive segmental bone defects.
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Takami, H., Takahashi, S., Ando, M. et al. Vascularized fibular grafts for the reconstruction of segmental tibial bone defects. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 116, 404–407 (1997). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00434000
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00434000