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[Angulation--lengthening by cylindrical osteotomy (author's transl)].
Revue De Chirurgie Orthopedique Et Reparatrice De L'Appareil Moteur
|December 1, 1979
Summary
Cylindrical osteotomy corrects bone angulation and length but cannot fix rotational issues. This surgical technique was applied to 18 patients, primarily in the femur.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Skeletal reconstruction techniques
Context:
- Describes the principles and application of cylindrical osteotomy.
- Highlights its utility in correcting specific bone deformities.
Purpose:
- To detail the theory and technique of cylindrical osteotomy.
- To evaluate its effectiveness in clinical cases.
Summary:
- Cylindrical osteotomy enables correction of angular deformities and provides some bone lengthening.
- This method is not suitable for addressing rotational bone deformities.
- The study involved 18 patients, with 4 tibia and 14 femur osteotomies.
Impact:
- Provides a surgical option for angular bone deformities with lengthening.
- Clarifies the limitations of cylindrical osteotomy regarding rotational correction.