Mid-term Union Rates of Subtalar and Ankle Arthrodesis Using rhPDGF-BB and beta-Tricalcium Phosphate Synthetic Graft Supplementation: A Retrospective Study.

Colin O'Neill; Akshay Bhamidipati; Aayush Mehta; Sarah Hearns; M. Melissa Gross; Soheil Ashkani-Esfahani; Gregory R. Waryasz; Lorena Bejarano-Pineda

doi:10.1177/19386400261426834

March 5, 2026

Mid-term Union Rates of Subtalar and Ankle Arthrodesis Using rhPDGF-BB and beta-Tricalcium Phosphate Synthetic Graft Supplementation: A Retrospective Study.

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Key Points

To evaluate the effectiveness of rhPDGF-BB and beta-tricalcium phosphate synthetic grafts in accelerating union rates of ankle and subtalar arthrodesis.
Retrospective review of cases involving ankle and subtalar arthrodesis
Assessment of mid-term union rates post-surgery
Comparison of outcomes with and without synthetic graft supplementation
Synthetic graft supplementation accelerated time to union
Patients experienced earlier recovery
Reduced rehabilitation costs were suggested

Implication

A retrospective study shows improved union rates in ankle and subtalar arthrodesis, suggesting faster recovery with grafts.

Abstract

Synthetic graft supplementation accelerates time to union in ankle and subtalar arthrodesis, potentially enabling earlier recovery and reduced rehabilitation costs. Further research is warranted.Level of Evidence: 3.

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Mid-term Union Rates of Subtalar and Ankle Arthrodesis Using rhPDGF-BB and beta-Tricalcium Phosphate Synthetic Graft Supplementation: A Retrospective Study.

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Mid-term Union Rates of Subtalar and Ankle Arthrodesis Using rhPDGF-BB and beta-Tricalcium Phosphate Synthetic Graft Supplementation: A Retrospective Study.

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