Tibiocalcaneal Arthrodesis for Nonbraceable Neuropathic Ankle Deformity

Abstract
Seven patients with nonbraceable, neuropathic ankle joints have been successfully treated by tibiocalcaneal arthrodesis utilizing an adolescent condylar blade plate, large cannulated AO screws, and a special cancellous allograft mixture. All patients had fragmentation and partial resorption of the talus. This procedure was considered as an alternative to below-knee amputation. Goals were limb salvage and limited community ambulation.

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