Early Clinical, Functional, and Mortality Outcomes for Heel Ulcers Treated with a Vertical Contour Calcanectomy

Heel ulcerations are common complications seen in patients suffering from chronic conditions such as diabetes mellitus, peripheral vascular disease, and in bed ridden patients. When these systemic pathologies lead to heel ulcers, an increased risk of calcaneal osteomyelitis often significantly limits the benefits of conventional therapeutic interventions and increases risk of major lower extremity amputation. The Vertical Contour Calcanectomy (VCC) is a novel surgical procedure specific for the surgical management of these complex and often recalcitrant heel ulcerations.
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tags: Original Research Source Type: research