Bone density loss following ankle fusion persists at long-term follow-up

Introduction: The aim of ankle fusion is to create a stable and pain-free hind foot. A decrease in bone density secondary to postoperative immobilization is well established. It is commonly accepted that bone density is restored toward normal values when normal weight bearing is permitted. To the cu...

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Published in:	Archives of Trauma Research
Main Authors:	Ulrich Wiebking, Ines Gaedke, F Padraigh O'Loughlin, Ralph Gaulke
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Kashan University of Medical Sciences 2022-01-01
Subjects:	ankle fusion bone density long-term follow-up osteoarthrosis weightbearing
Online Access:	http://www.archtrauma.com/article.asp?issn=2251-953X;year=2022;volume=11;issue=2;spage=59;epage=64;aulast=Wiebking