Transverse bone transport for the treatment of dysvascular complex wounds of the foot: a case series

Abstract

Transverse bone transport (TBT) has emerged as a promising surgical intervention for foot dysvascular wounds, leveraging distraction osteogenesis principles to stimulate angiogenesis and neovascularization. This case series evaluates six patients who underwent TBT to treat recalcitrant ischemic wounds. Retrospective analysis assessed wound healing, vascular improvement, and procedural outcomes over a 12-month follow-up. The findings indicate that TBT promotes wound closure and limb preservation in patients with severe peripheral arterial disease, highlighting its potential as a viable limb salvage technique.