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World J Clin Cases. Feb 16, 2025; 13(5): 99963
Published online Feb 16, 2025. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i5.99963
Masquelet technique using an allogeneic cortical bone graft for a large bone defect: A case report
Hai-Yang Zong, Yu Liu, Xing Yin, Wei Zhou, Nan Li
Hai-Yang Zong, Department of Orthopedics, The People’s Liberation Army Joint Logistic Support Force 920th Hospital, Kunming 650032, Yunnan Province, China
Yu Liu, Xing Yin, Wei Zhou, Nan Li, Department of Orthopedics, 96603 Military Hospital of PLA, Huaihua 418000, Hunan Province, China
Author contributions: Li N designed the study and performed the surgery; Zong HY assisted the operation and wrote the manuscript; Liu Y assisted designing and performed the operation; Yin X performed the follow-up and collect the data; Zhou W provided imaging support and analysis.
Informed consent statement: Patients provided written informed consent.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.
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Corresponding author: Nan Li, Doctor, Associate Chief Physician, Department of Orthopedics, 96603 Military Hospital of PLA, No. 65 Huaidong Road, Huaihua 418000, Hunan Province, China. 958695747@qq.com
Received: August 4, 2024
Revised: September 24, 2024
Accepted: November 4, 2024
Published online: February 16, 2025
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Core Tip

Core Tip: In this case, the creative use of allograft cortical bone combined with Masquelet technique was proved to be as successful as the use of an autologous bone graft. Meanwhile, the strength of a cortical allograft would allow early mobility and weight loading, which could provide better functional rehabilitation and earlier returning to normal life. Furthermore, complete resection of the infected bone was an effective way to cure chronic osteomyelitis.