Distal tibial distraction osteogenesis—an alternative approach to addressing limb length discrepancy with concurrent hindfoot and ankle reconstruction

Distal tibial distraction osteogenesis—an alternative approach to addressing limb length discrepancy with concurrent hindfoot and ankle reconstruction

Abstract Background Limb length discrepancy (LLD) in the setting of concurrent hindfoot and ankle deformity poses an added level of complexity to the reconstructive surgeon. Regardless of etiology, a clinically significant LLD poses additional challenges without a forthright and validated solution....

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Main Authors: Todd M. Chappell, Casey C. Ebert, Kevin M. McCann, Byron L. Hutchinson, Edgardo Rodriguez-Collazo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-07-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Subjects:
Distraction osteogenesis
Ankle replacement
Avascular necrosis
Talus
Limb length discrepancy
Distal tibial corticotomy
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-019-1264-0

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