Tibial cortex transverse distraction in treating diabetic foot ulcers: what are we concerned about?

Objective: To assess the effect and complications of tibial cortex transverse distraction (TCTD) in treating diabetic foot ulcers and draw attention to the concerning issues of this procedure.

Methods: This case series included 30 patients with diabetic foot ulcers from four centers. The ulcers had not healed after >6 months.