The management of cubitus varus using Ilizarov method
M M Bari1, M H Munshi, M W Rahman
1Professor Dr Md Mofakhkharul Bari, Honorary Professor, National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation (NITOR), Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Mymensingh Medical Journal : MMJ
|August 29, 2013
Summary
Distraction osteogenesis with Ilizarov fixation effectively corrects cubitus varus deformity in elbows. This method offers a safe and successful treatment for this common complication of supracondylar fractures.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Pediatric orthopedics
- Traumatology
Background:
- Cubitus varus is a frequent complication following supracondylar fractures.
- Existing corrective methods, such as osteotomy and fixation, have notable complication rates.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of distraction osteogenesis using an Ilizarov frame for treating cubitus varus.
Main Methods:
- Twelve patients with cubitus varus deformity underwent treatment with distraction osteogenesis and Ilizarov frame fixation.
- Follow-up averaged 24 months, with frame removal at a mean of 14.5 weeks.
Main Results:
- The mean carrying angle improved significantly, from -19.8° to 6.2°.
- The mean cubitus varus angle was corrected from 35.5°.
- Treatment resulted in 11 excellent and 1 good outcome.
Conclusions:
- Distraction osteogenesis combined with Ilizarov frame fixation is a highly effective and safe treatment for cubitus varus.
- This technique provides excellent correction of the deformity with minimal complications.
