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Is double-strut fibula ankle arthrodesis a reliable reconstruction for bone defect after distal tibia tumor resection?-a finite element study based on promising clinical outcomes.

Zhiqing ZhaoTaiqiang YanWei GuoRongli YangXiaodong Tang
Published in: Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research (2021)
Our computational findings suggest that double-strut fibula ankle arthrodesis is an acceptable construct for distal tibia defect and the ipsilateral fibula shares load after fusion with talus.
Keyphrases
  • finite element
  • minimally invasive
  • bone mineral density
  • body composition
  • bone regeneration