Correlating Pre-operative MRI measurements of Metatarsal Osteomyelitis

Metatarsal wounds are a very common location for skin breakdown which can then lead to significant bone infection. There are many complications and risks related to foot osteomyelitis which is why this study was performed. By using an MRI pre-operatively, we were able to measure the amount of osetomyelitis along the metatarsal. Creating a metatarsal resection protocol was crucial in order to improve excision of all bone infection. Hopefully, this surgical protocol can serve as a guide to future surgeons dealing with severe bone infection in the foot and overall improve rates of post-operative osteomyelitis recurrence.

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Dr. Melody Stouder completed her foot and ankle surgical training at St. Luke's University Health Network in northeastern Pennsylvania, U.S. During her first year of surgical training, she performed many partial amputations and quickly learned that limb salvage plays a crucial role in the field of medicine.