Fig. 3From: Application of double plate fixation combined with Masquelet technique for large segmental bone defects of distal tibia: a retrospective study and literature reviewA/B/C/D Appearance of the affected limb and X-ray of the right calf when the patient is transferred from another hospital. E/F X-rays showed that the bone healed well at 13 months after bone grafting. G/H Redness, swelling and a small amount of exudation were found on the inner side of the right leg, and the plate on the inner side of the right leg was removed. I X-rays showed that no infection in the tibia at 3 months after removing the medial plate. J/K/L The Iowa ankle score was 86 at 6 months after removing the medial plateBack to article page