Fibular Graft Harvest Treatment in Turkey
About Fibular Graft Harvest
Key Highlights
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Provides a strong, structural bone graft for complex reconstructions.Utilizes a non-essential, non-weight-bearing bone as the donor site.Promotes bone healing and fusion in areas with significant bone loss or poor healing potential.Can be performed as a vascularized graft (with blood supply intact) for enhanced healing in challenging cases.Offers a reliable solution for non-unions (fractures that fail to heal) and large bone defects.
Who is this surgery for?
- Non-union of a long bone fracture (e.g., humerus, tibia) that has failed to heal with standard treatment.
- Large segmental bone defects resulting from severe trauma or infection (osteomyelitis).
- Reconstruction following surgical removal (resection) of a bone tumor.
- As part of a complex spinal fusion procedure to promote bone growth.
- Congenital pseudarthrosis (a condition where a bone fails to heal after a fracture in a child).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging (X-rays, CT scan) of both the donor and recipient sites.
- Discussion of medical history, allergies, and all current medications; some may need to be temporarily stopped.
- Pre-operative counseling to understand the procedure, risks, and recovery expectations.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before surgery as directed by the surgical team.
- Arranging for assistance at home during the initial recovery period post-discharge.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Infection, bleeding, blood clots (DVT), and anesthesia complications.
- Donor site complications: Pain, numbness, or weakness in the lower leg or foot due to nerve injury.
- Ankle instability or pain if the graft harvest affects the ankle joint's supporting structures.
- Graft site complications: Failure of the graft to incorporate (non-union), graft fracture, or infection.
- Persistent pain or altered sensation at the incision sites.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically required for pain management, monitoring, and initial physical therapy.
- The donor leg will be protected, often with a splint or brace, and weight-bearing will be restricted for several weeks.
- Pain medication and antibiotics (if prescribed) should be taken as directed.
- Incision sites must be kept clean and dry; watch for signs of infection like redness, swelling, or drainage.
- Gradual, guided physical therapy is crucial to restore strength and mobility in both the donor and recipient limbs over several months.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering fibular graft harvest in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for fibular graft harvest in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform fibular graft harvest. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for fibular graft harvest compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Fibular Graft Harvest in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing fibular graft harvest.
Instabul, Turkey
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Olivia Singh, a 42-year-old high school...
Olivia Singh, a 42-year-old high school biology teacher and avid hiker, had been living with persistent pain in her right ankle for over two years following a severe sprain that never fully healed. Despite physical therapy and bracing, she developed painful arthritis and instability that made walking on uneven trails impossible and even standing to teach painful. Her orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Chen, explained that her talus bone had collapsed due to avascular necrosis (bone death from poor blood supply). He recommended a complex surgery called an ankle fusion, using a fibular graft from her own leg to provide a sturdy bone bridge and restore stability. Olivia was terrified of losing her mobility and identity as an active person. The surgery was intense, with significant post-operative pain and six weeks of strict non-weight-bearing. However, after four months of diligent rehabilitation, the fusion healed solidly. While she lost some ankle motion, the debilitating pain was gone. She could walk without a limp, return to teaching comfortably, and even enjoy gentle hikes with her family. Her emotional journey shifted from fear of permanent disability to profound gratitude for regained function and a redefined, but still active, life.
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