Document Type
Article
Publication Date
September 2008
Abstract
Ankle arthrodesis remains the gold standard of surgical treatment for advanced ankle joint arthritis. Failure can occur as a result of infection, nonunion or malunion, resulting in pain and poor function. This paper offers a systematic approach to preventing, and managing these problems should they occur. Revision arthrodesis performed with a detailed understanding of the appropriate alignment and mechanics of the ankle joint, combined with meticulous attention to understanding and reversing the cause of the failure can result in successful salvage and restoration of function.
Recommended Citation
Raikin, Steven M. and Rampuri, Venkat, "An approach to the failed ankle arthrodesis" (2008). Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Faculty Papers. Paper 13.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/orthofp/13
Comments
This article has been peer reviewed. It is the authors' final version prior to publication in Foot and Ankle Clinics 13(3):401-16, viii, September 2008. The published version is available at DOI:10.1016/j.fcl.2008.04.009. Copyright © 2008 by Elsevier, Inc.