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J Reconstr Microsurg 1988; 4(3): 217-221
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1006922
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© 1988 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

Dual Vascularized Fibula Transfer on a Single Vascular Pedicle: A Useful Technique in Long Bone Reconstruction

Satoshi Toh, Seikoh Harata, Yohichi Ohmi, Keiryo Nakahara, Fumihide Satoh, Kenji Tsubo, Ryujiro Nakamura, Shinji Nishikawa
  • Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hirosaki University School of Medicine, Aomori, Japan
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Accepted for publication 1987

Publication Date:
08 March 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

The use of dual vascularized fibula transfer on a single vascular pedicle for reconstruction of long bone defect is described. This technique involves dividing one length of donor vascularized fibula into two segments, without cutting the vessels. The vessels are then folded, thereby supplying blood circulation to both bones. Since 1985 the authors have treated six cases of bone reconstruction using this method. Two of these six cases are reported, with follow-up periods of over one year.

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