Correction of valgus deformity with knee replacement, tibial osteotomy, and ankle fusion
Doctor: S. Robert Rozbruch
Patient: Madeline
Madeline had pain and difficulty walking. A tibial deformity from an old fracture led to disabling arthritis of knee and ankle. This further worsened the deformity.
A two stage surgical approach was used. First, an ankle fusion and correction of the tibial malunion was done with an Ilizarov Taylor Spatial Frame. Second, a total knee replacement was done.
By correcting the deformity in 3 places, the leg is straightened, lengthened, and pain is successfully treated. Her gait is much better.
