Limb Reconstruction
Care Before the Procedure
- Discuss surgical plan and expectations with the orthopedic team thoroughly.
- Inform doctor about medications, allergies, and prior medical conditions.
- Prepare for prolonged hospitalization and multiple staged procedures if needed.
- Ensure proper nutrition and physical readiness for surgery and recovery.
Care During the Procedure
- Surgery performed under general or regional anesthesia safely.
- External or internal fixation devices applied carefully to correct alignment.
- Soft tissue flaps and grafts positioned to support bone and limb function.
- Continuous monitoring of limb perfusion, nerve function, and vital signs.
Care After the Procedure
- Perform regular physiotherapy to maintain joint mobility and muscle strength.
- Care for pin sites and monitor for signs of infection or irritation.
- Attend follow-up appointments for imaging and device adjustments.
- Gradually increase weight-bearing and activity as guided by surgeon and therapist.
Eligibility
- Patients with limb length discrepancies requiring surgical correction for function or appearance.
- Individuals with congenital or acquired deformities limiting mobility or daily activities.
- People with non-union fractures or complex trauma needing staged reconstruction.
- Those requiring combined bone and soft tissue procedures for optimal limb restoration.
- Discuss surgical plan and expectations with the orthopedic team thoroughly.
- Inform doctor about medications, allergies, and prior medical conditions.
- Prepare for prolonged hospitalization and multiple staged procedures if needed.
- Ensure proper nutrition and physical readiness for surgery and recovery.
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Our Speciality Services
Orthopedics
KIMSHEALTH’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery offers internationally recognised, multidisciplinary care for all musculoskeletal problems. Using minimally invasive techniques ranging from endoscopic spine surgery to robotic joint replacement, our surgeons develop a treatment plan customised for each patient by working closely with anaesthesia, rehabilitation, and other specialists. We manage complex trauma and fractures with a dedicated 24/7 trauma ICU, provide limb reconstruction (including Ilizarov techniques) and perform microsurgical reimplantation for severe limb injuries. We cover arthroscopy and sports-injury care, hand and microvascular surgery, paediatric orthopaedics and scoliosis correction, plus specialist clinics for back pain, osteoporosis and arthritis.
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