Reconstruction of massive knee defects with extensor mechanism deficiency through concurrent anterolateral thigh flap and autogenous hamstring tendon: A report of two cases
Reconstruction of an infected knee joint with a large defect and extensor mechanism deficiency is challenging. In this study, we aim to describe a one-stage reconstruction surgery and provide its surgical outcome. Two patients had patellar open fracture and subsequent septic arthritis; in addition,...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2020-07-01
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| Series: | Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/2309499020935994 |