Principles of rotationplasty

J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2012 Oct;20(10):657-67. doi: 10.5435/JAAOS-20-10-657.

Abstract

Rotationplasty is a reconstructive, limb-sparing option for management of lower extremity bone deficiency. This technique involves an intercalary resection, followed by 180° rotation of the distal limb to allow the ankle to function as a knee joint when it is fitted with a modified below-knee prosthesis. Gait analysis and functional outcome studies have reported favorable results with rotationplasty compared with those of above-knee amputation. Moreover, patient satisfaction with rotationplasty is higher than with other limb salvage procedures. The primary drawback of this procedure is patient acceptance of the limb's appearance.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / methods*
  • Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee / methods*
  • Bone Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Bones of Lower Extremity / injuries
  • Bones of Lower Extremity / pathology
  • Bones of Lower Extremity / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Limb Salvage / methods*
  • Quality of Life
  • Rotation