[Oblique subtrochanteric osteotomy in treatment of leg length inequality].

Abstract

Pros and cons of different modes of leg length discrepancy management are briefly discussed. Results of surgical treatment of 35 patients have been analysed. The most frequently employed technique has been presented in details. Its simplicity, fast bony union, few complication and possibility to avoid additional immobilisation make this method a valuable alternative for lower extremities equalization.

• Authors: K Ruszkowski
• Journal: Chirurgia narzadow ruchu i ortopedia polska (Chir Narzadow Ruchu Ortop Pol) Vol. 58 Issue 2 Pg. 22-5 ( 1993) Poland
• Vernacular Title: Skośna osteotomia podkretarzowa w leczeniu nierównej długości kończyn dolnych.
• PMID: 7671676 (Publication Type: English Abstract, Journal Article)

Topics

• Adolescent
• Adult
• Bone Lengthening (methods)
• Female
• Humans
• Leg Length Inequality (surgery)
• Male
• Middle Aged
• Osteotomy (methods)