Induced membrane technique with plate fixation has a lower complication rate than bone transport over a plate for segmental tibial defects larger than 5 cm.
Daniel W R SengChang-Wug OhJoon-Woo KimKyeong-Hyeon ParkJong-Keon OhYong-Cheol YoonPublished in: Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery (2024)
BTOP and IMTP are both equally effective techniques for regenerating bone in large tibial bone defects. However, IMTP may be a safer procedure than BTOP, with a lower probability of requiring additional procedures to address complications.