Limb shortening osteotomy in a patient with achondroplasia and leg length difference after total hip arthroplasty
Introduction: Achondroplasia is the most common reason for disproportionate short stature. Normally, orthopedic limb lengthening procedures must be discussed in the course of this genetic disorder and have been successful in numerous achondroplastic patients in the past. In some cases, the disease m...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Indian Orthopaedic Research Group
2013-07-01
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Series: | Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports |
Online Access: | http://www.jocr.co.in/wp/2013/07/08/2250-0685-112-fulltext/ |