VOLUME 15 , ISSUE 1 ( January-April, 2020 ) > List of Articles
Citation Information : An Alternative Tibial Osteotomy Technique. 2020; 15 (1):47-49.
DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10080-1458
License: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Published Online: 27-01-2021
Copyright Statement: Copyright © 2020; The Author(s).
Introduction: The anterior approach to a tibial osteotomy commonly employs a small incision and multiple drill holes followed by completion with an osteotome. Potential complications are damage to the anterior tibial periosteum and posterior neurovascular structures. Materials and Methods: We describe an alternative method using two small incisions, which avoids elevation of the anterior tibial periosteum and directs the osteotome away from posterior neurovascular structures. Results: This technique has been successfully performed on 15 consecutive tibias, with no neurovascular complications or skin healing issues. Conclusion: This tibial osteotomy technique can be performed quickly and safely using a minimally invasive approach as an alternative to the traditional anterior approach.