Defining patho-anatomy of the knee in congenital longitudinal lower limb deficiencies
Context: The osseous and soft tissue anatomy of the knee in congenital longitudinal lower limb deficiencies is important to consider, both in limb lengthening procedures and in soft tissue reconstruction. Aims: Our study aims to further define the patho-anatomy of the knee in this group of patients...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2016-01-01
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| Series: | Journal of Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction |
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| Online Access: | http://www.jlimblengthrecon.org/article.asp?issn=2455-3719;year=2016;volume=2;issue=1;spage=48;epage=54;aulast=Saldanha |
| Summary: | Context: The osseous and soft tissue anatomy of the knee in congenital longitudinal lower limb deficiencies is important to consider, both in limb lengthening procedures and in soft tissue reconstruction.
Aims: Our study aims to further define the patho-anatomy of the knee in this group of patients.
Methods and Material: 24 children were reviewed clinically and radiologically. Osseous and soft tissue anatomy is described including MR imaging of 27 affected knees.
Results: Our results echoed those of previous authors, with dysplasia of the menisci and cruciate ligaments a frequent finding. However, the study demonstrated that a clear correlation between the osseous anatomy and soft tissue findings was not always seen.
Conclusions: MRI allows assessment of the cartilaginous epiphysis in younger children with longitudinal dysplasia and we would recommend systematic assessment of the knee prior to any surgical intervention. |
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| ISSN: | 2455-3719 2455-3719 |