Rotationplasty
Rotationplasty
Rotationplasty (pronunciation: roh-tay-shun-plas-tee) is a unique surgical procedure used primarily in pediatric orthopedic oncology.
Etymology
The term "Rotationplasty" is derived from the Latin "rotatio" meaning rotation, and the Greek "plastikos" meaning to mold or shape.
Definition
Rotationplasty is a type of autograft where a portion of a limb is removed, while the remaining limb below the removed portion is rotated and reattached. This procedure is often used when a child has a bone tumor in the lower part of their femur. The goal of the procedure is to allow the child to have a functioning knee joint, even if the joint is located where the ankle used to be.
Procedure
During a rotationplasty, the surgeon removes the diseased section of the bone. The lower part of the leg is then rotated 180 degrees and attached to the remaining thigh bone. The rotated ankle serves as a functional knee joint. This procedure allows for the use of a more functional below-knee prosthesis.
Related Terms
- Autograft: A graft of tissue from one point to another of the same individual's body.
- Bone tumor: A neoplastic growth of tissue in bone.
- Prosthesis: An artificial device that replaces a missing body part.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rotationplasty
- Wikipedia's article - Rotationplasty
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