Large bone defects resulting from musculoskeletal tumours, infections, or trauma are often
unable to heal spontaneously. The challenge for surgeons is to avoid amputation, and …

A variety of engineered materials have gained acceptance in orthopedic practice as
substitutes for autologous bone grafts, although the regenerative efficacy of these …

Background There is a general perception in practice that a vascular supply should be used
when large pieces of bone graft are used, particularly those greater than 6 cm in length for …

BACKGROUND Ilizarov non-free bone plasty is a method of distraction osteogenesis using
the Ilizarov apparatus for external fixation which originated in Russia and was disseminated …

Segmental bone defect management is among the most demanding issues in orthopaedics
and there is a great medical need for establishing an appropriate treatment option. Tissue …

Objective The objective was to explore the relative indications of free vascularized fibular
graft (FVFG) and Ilizarov bone transport (IBT) in the treatment of infected bone defects of …

Purpose. To identify the predicting factors for union and infection after applying the induced
membrane technique (IMT) for segmental tibial defects. Methods. A systematic review was …

Introduction Masquelet proposed a new solution for the healing of segmental bone defects,
thus minimizing the disadvantages associated with traditional bone grafting. However, a …

Background: Following resection of malignant tumors of the spine and pelvis, reconstructive
surgeons often face large structural defects. Unlike reconstruction in the extremities, wherein …

Several modifications of the induced membrane technique (IMT) have been reported, but
there is no consensus regarding their results and prognosis. Moreover, most studies have …