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Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research

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    Functional evaluation following free fibula transfer for upper limb long bone segmental defects: A retrospective analysis


    Dr. S Najma, Dr. M Chandralekha, Dr. Sana Vijaya, Dr. KVN Prasad, Dr. S Gangabhavani
    JCDR. 2023: 2192-2197

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    In the present study, out of 11 cases that underwent free fibula flap for the period 2005 to 2016, 8 were humeral defects and 3 were forearm defects. In 7 of these cases the reconstruction of the skin and bone was done as a primary procedure and in 4 cases the reconstruction was secondary. The final outcome was evaluated using Tang criteria, Mayo elbow performance score and abbreviated UEFI (Upper Extremity Functional Index). Based on a study of Tang suggested a criteria to assess success based on long term functional outcome and radiological union. In our study, Functional outcome is excellent in 5, good in 3, Fair in 1, poor in 2 patients. The results of reconstruction with VFG for upper limb long bone defects in terms of patient satisfaction in accomplishing activities of daily living are encouraging

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