Current Techniques of Limb Lengthening

J Pediatr Orthop · 1988 · Classic · cited 396 times

Dror Paley

Pediatric Orthopaedics

SUMMARY — THE REDUCTIONThis 1988 review argues that with sound understanding of biology and biomechanics, limb lengthening can achieve excellent results with relatively few complications.
Abstract, as published

Limb lengthening is still a major procedure with potentially serious complications. It does not, however, deserve the reputation it gained over the last few years. With a proper understanding of the biology, biomechanics, and strategies of lengthening, excellent results can be consistently obtained with relatively few complications.

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