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Anterior tibial artery pseudoaneurysm as a rare technical complication after corrective fibular osteotomy: a case report.

Yu-Sheng ChenChyun-Yu YangChih-Wei ChangYen-Nien Chen
Published in: Patient safety in surgery (2022)
Although corrective fibular osteotomy is a simple surgical procedure, it is not free of complications. The suggested osteotomized level in the pertinent literature predisposes patients to certain neuromuscular deficits, which could be avoided by the modified level of osteotomy. However, our case highlights surgeons' familiarity with certain risky neurovascular structures around the osteotomy site and corresponding technical considerations. A recent surgical history along with alarming symptoms/signs should arouse clinical suspicion, aid in timely identification and make appropriate interventions for potential vascular complications.
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