September 10, 2025Journal of Surgical Case ReportsOpen Access

Orthoplastic tarsal reconstruction using a chimeric vascularized bone graft in a heavy smoker: a case report

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Successful reconstruction of a complex foot defect using a vascularized fibula graft was achieved.
The patient experienced full ankle mobility and was pain-free at the 12-month follow-up.
Collaborative orthoplastic techniques were necessary due to prior failed surgeries and infection.
Risk stratification was essential to address complications related to smoking and infection history.

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Case report highlights successful vascularized bone graft and skin island use in osteomyelitis, suggesting effective strategies for high-risk patients.

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Potocnik et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Case report highlights successful vascularized bone graft and skin island use in osteomyelitis, suggesting effective strategies for high-risk patients.

Orthoplastic tarsal reconstruction using a chimeric vascularized bone graft in a heavy smoker: a case report

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Orthoplastic tarsal reconstruction using a chimeric vascularized bone graft in a heavy smoker: a case report

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