A modified free muscle transfer technique to effectively treat chronic and persistent calcaneal osteomyelitis.

Unlabelled: Successful management of chronic calcaneal osteomyelitis presents a major challenge for the plastic and reconstructive surgeon, especially in cases involving soft-tissue defects. This article describes a modified free muscle transfer technique to effectively eradicate chronic and persistent calcaneal osteomyelitis.

Methods: Between February 2009 and September 2009, 3 male patients with persistent calcaneal osteomyelitis were treated in our clinic.

Experimental comparison of monofile light and heavy polypropylene meshes: less weight does not mean less biological response.

Background: Mesh implantation is a standard procedure in hernia repair. It provides low recurrence rate but increases complication rate due to foreign-body reaction induced by alloplastic materials in surrounding tissues. It is believed that biocompatibility of meshes may be improved by reducing their weight per meter squared (m2) and altering the implant structure.