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S Watari

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Vascular pedicle fibular transplantation as treatment for bone tumor.

In 4 cases of bone tumor in which extensive bone defects resulted from removal of the tumorous focus, vascular pedicle free fibular transplantation was performed using microsurgical techniques together with filling the defects with iliac bone. Early bone union was achieved. Atrophy and fracture were avoided. Early postoperative physical therapy was possible. The vessels selected in the recipient site are dependent upon the location of the graft bed, but the anastomosed site of the vessels should be kept outside of the graft bed. It is important to plan the operation so as to avoid motion at the site of callus formation and tension at the anastomosis site.

Adult

Repair of small veins with absorbable collagen tubules.

An experimental technique is presented for the repair of very small veins using a biodegradable collagen tubule as an internal splint. The technique is simple and the long-term results are excellent. Variable patency rates in the first two weeks are being investigated.

Animals