Abstract
In amputation or amputation-like injuries of lower limbs, only in a few cases reconstructive treatment with microsurgery is encouraged, according to evaluation of lesion by Mangled Extremity Severity Score (MESS). Replantation cases may require substantial bone shortening, as consequence to seriousness of the trauma or a deliberate choice to enable primary vessel and nerve repair. Callus distraction technique by external fixation, circular or axial, is a common method for recover lengthening in these cases of replanted or revascularized extremities.
We report six cases of lower limb replantation or revascularisation, with primary bone shortening from 3 to 7 cm and secondary lengthening by callus distraction.
It was always obtained equalization of lower extremities, with successful rehabilitation of the patients and low onset of complications during treatment.
Correspondence should be addressed to Ariella Neustadt at Studio EGA, Professional Congress Organisers, Viale Tiziano, 19 - 00196, Rome - Italy.
