Allograft bone shafts can be utilized in joint arthrodesis procedures, which involve fusing two adjacent bones to stabilize a joint. This procedure is typically reserved for conditions where joint replacement is not an option or has failed, or when the joint's function is severely compromised due to arthritis, injury, or disease. The allograft shaft can be used to promote fusion and provide stability in joints such as the ankle, wrist, or spine.

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The study investigates the use of intramedullary arthrodesis of the knee for treating challenging salvage cases such as infected arthroplasty, bone loss, and severe osteoporosis. It reports successful union in all eight cases treated with a medial compression plate, including two proximal tibial segmental allografts.
This study assessed patients with malignant or aggressive benign bone tumors near the knee, who were treated with resection arthrodesis using an intercalary allograft fixed with an intramedullary nail. The procedure yielded satisfactory functional outcomes in most patients.