An Alternative Tibial Osteotomy Technique.

INTRODUCTION

The anterior approach to a tibial osteotomy commonly employs a small incision and multiple drill holes followed by completion with an osteotome. Potential complications are damage to the anterior tibial periosteum and posterior neurovascular structures.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

We describe an alternative method using two small incisions, which avoids elevation of the anterior tibial periosteum and directs the osteotome away from posterior neurovascular structures.

RESULTS

This technique has been successfully performed on 15 consecutive tibias, with no neurovascular complications or skin healing issues.

CONCLUSION

This tibial osteotomy technique can be performed quickly and safely using a minimally invasive approach as an alternative to the traditional anterior approach.

HOW TO CITE THIS ARTICLE

Iobst C. An Alternative Tibial Osteotomy Technique. Strategies Trauma Limb Reconstr 2020;15(1):47-49.