Fibula lengthening using a modified Ilizarov method.
A combination of external and internal fixation techniques for a fibular lengthening procedure using the Ilizarov method is described. The technique is minimally invasive, allows precise deformity correction, enables early weight bearing, and minimizes the time that the patient wears the external fixator.
Rozbruch
S Robert
SR
Limb Lengthening Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY 10021, USA.
DiPaola
Matthew
M
Blyakher
Arkady
A
D000293:Adolescent; D001845:Bone Cysts / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D001852:Bone Lengthening / Q000379:methods*; D016267:External Fixators; D005260:Female; D005360:Fibula / Q000601:surgery*; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D018889:Ilizarov Technique; D007870:Leg Length Inequality / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods; D011859:Radiography; D020127:Recovery of Function; D016896:Treatment Outcome