Antibiotic cement spacer and induced membrane bone grafting in open fractures with bone loss: A case series

Conclusion: This technique can be routinely applied in compound fractures with bone loss with good results. Chances of infection are reduced using antibiotic cement spacer as an adjunct to thorough debridement. Induced biomembrane revascularizes the graft. Union can be expected in most of the cases, however, long time to union is a limitation. Technique is cost-effective and does not require special training or instrumentation. Although it is a two-stage surgery, requirement of multiple surgeries, as may be needed in conventional methods, is avoided.
Source: Indian Journal of Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research