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Part 25 (11 July 2017) – Complex Lower Leg Injury with Significant Injury to the Knee Joint and Extensor Mechanism

Part 25 – 11 July 2017
Frame was removed 4 weeks ago. Walking is still slow and with a limp but the fractures are united. There is a possible “collapse” in the lateral tibial condyle. “Neofibula” is being formed.
Plan
- Continue with physio for the knee and ankle with weight bearing as tolerated
- CT scan of the knee to see the extent of the damage
- Remove cement remnants and bone graft the area
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Author: Matija Krkovic
Website: https://www.limbreconstructions.com/
I am a consultant orthopaedic trauma surgeon working at Addenbrooke's hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.