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Title:

A new technique for correction of leg length discrepancies in combination with complex axis deformities of the lower limb using a lengthening nail and a locking plate.

Document type:
Journal Article
Author(s):
Steiger, C N; Lenze, U; Krieg, A H
Abstract:
Purpose: Intramedullary lengthening nails are an accepted alternative to external fixators but are limited by anatomical preconditions. Therefore, to date the use of external fixators is sometimes inevitable. We report on a new technique for correction of combined limb length discrepancies and complex axis deformities using solely internal devices - a lengthening nail and a locking plate. Methods: Between October 2008 and November 2011 five patients (two femora, three tibias) with a mean leg len...     »
Journal title abbreviation:
J Child Orthop
Year:
2018
Journal volume:
12
Journal issue:
5
Pages contribution:
515-525
Fulltext / DOI:
doi:10.1302/1863-2548.12.170190
Pubmed ID:
http://view.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30294378
Print-ISSN:
1863-2521
TUM Institution:
Klinik und Poliklinik für Orthopädie und Sportorthopädie
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