Masquelet Technique

This technique is performed in two stages. The first stage is usually thorough debridement and placement of antibiotic bone cement to induce a biofilm and maintain the gap; after the induced membrane is formed during the interval, the second stage opens the window to remove the spacer, retains the membrane sac, and fills it with bone grafts mainly composed of autologous bone, supplemented with allogeneic bone and stabilization devices if necessary to provide support. Postoperative monitoring of infection control and signs of bone healing, and gradually weight-bearing as assessed. The above is general health information, not medical advice; the specific plan is subject to specialist evaluation and hospital plan.