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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Main Authors: Christian L. Galata, Bertram Rieger, Niklaus F. Friederich
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Indian Orthopaedic Research Group 2013-07-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.jocr.co.in/wp/2013/07/08/2250-0685-112-fulltext/