Reconstructive resection for tuberculous coxitis

Abstract

Among patients with tuberculous coxitis, the most severe contingent are those in whom, as a result of the transferred process, significant destruction of the joint elements occurred. Before the advent of antibacterial drugs, these patients did not receive sufficient help. Antibacterial drugs made it possible to start surgical treatment. The operation consisted in a radical removal of tuberculous foci and the creation of a supportable limb.