Salvage Masquelet Technique for Insufficient Bone Regeneration Following Chipping and Lengthening in Tibial Nonunion: A Case Report

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Successful bone union was achieved after utilizing the masquelet technique for tibial nonunion.
The case involved a 21-year-old man showing significant challenges with bone regeneration following chipping and lengthening.
A two-stage masquelet procedure effectively addressed the inadequate healing at the distraction site.
This highlights the masquelet technique as a viable option for treating tibial nonunion with associated deformities.

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Case report shows successful bone regeneration using the masquelet technique in tibial nonunion, highlighting efficacy in complex repairs.

Takagaki et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Case report shows successful bone regeneration using the masquelet technique in tibial nonunion, highlighting efficacy in complex repairs.