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Surgical epiphysiodesis indications and techniques: update.

Ismat Ghanem1, Joseph A Karam, Roger F Widmann

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hotel-Dieu de France Hospital, Boulevard Alfred Naccache, Ashrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon. ismat.ghanem@gmail.com

Current Opinion in Pediatrics
|December 21, 2010
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Recent advances in epiphysiodesis, including percutaneous epiphysiodesis using transphyseal screws (PETS) and guided growth, offer effective treatments for pediatric limb deformities. These methods show excellent outcomes and minimal complications for angular deformities and limb length discrepancies.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Orthopedics
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Growth Modulation Techniques

Background:

  • Epiphysiodesis is a surgical procedure to correct limb length discrepancies and angular deformities in children.
  • Understanding the indications and advancements in epiphysiodesis is crucial for effective pediatric orthopedic management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize current indications for epiphysiodesis.
  • To highlight recent technological advancements in epiphysiodesis and their clinical significance.

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  • Review of current literature on epiphysiodesis techniques.
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