The purpose was to investigate the safety and effectiveness of a new plate fixator for the fixation of valgus-producing open wedge high tibial osteotomy. The finding was that patients showed a significantly improved knee function and pain situation as early as 12 months after surgery. The radiological data show a safe fixation until complete ossification. Two years after surgery, active patients returned to their sports-status 1 year before surgery with a higher frequency. In conclusion, the new implant can be considered as a safe fixation device in osteotomy gaps of up to 12 millimeter.
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The purpose was to investigate the safety and effectiveness of a new plate fixator for the fixation of valgus-producing open wedge high tibial osteotomy. The finding was that patients showed a significantly improved knee function and pain situation as early as 12 months after surgery. The radiological data show a safe fixation until complete ossification. Two years after surgery, active patients returned to their sports-status 1 year before surgery with a higher frequency. In conclusion, the new...
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