REVISION SURGERY FOLLOWING UNSUCCESSFUL A RTHRODESIS OF THE UPPER ANKLE JOINT

Although non-union of ankle arthrodesis is reported to be a common pro blem there is sparse literature regarding technique and results of rev ision arthrodesis in this difficult situation. We performed revision a rthrodesis in 22 cases, either by means of a resection-compression rev ision arthrodesis or a tibiotalar sliding graft. According to our expe rience a subtle operation technique with cancellous bone grafting and particular attention to soft tissue can achieve bone healing with good functional results in about 90% of cases.