Ilizarov distraction before revision hip arthroplasty after resection arthroplasty with profound limb shortening.
We report the results of Ilizarov gradual distraction to regain 6.7 cm of leg length in a severely contracted hip 11 months after a resection arthroplasty. Restoration of leg length allowed revision hip arthroplasty. At 24 months after the revision arthroplasty, the patient is ambulating independently and pain free. The use of Ilizarov gradual distraction restored leg length and facilitated postoperative function.
Brinker
Mark R
MR
Fondren Orthopedic Group, Texas Orthopedic Hospital, Houston, Texas 77030-4509, USA.
Mathews
Vasilios
V
O'Connor
Daniel P
DP
D019644:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / Q000009:adverse effects; D006621:Hip Joint / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D018889:Ilizarov Technique; D007870:Leg Length Inequality / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011300:Preoperative Care; D011475:Prosthesis Failure; D016459:Prosthesis-Related Infections / Q000601:surgery*; D012086:Reoperation