Vascularized fibular graft to replace resected cervical vertebral bodies. Case report

S. R. Freidberg, G. J. Gumley, B. A. Pfeifer, R. L. Hybels

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Abstract

Use of a vascularized free fibular graft is described as a method of replacing excised cervical vertebrae when severe instability is present. The vascularized bone graft heals more rapidly and with greater strength than a nonvascularized autogenous graft.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)283-286
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Neurosurgery
Volume71
Issue number2
Publication statusPublished - 1989
Externally publishedYes

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