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The Management of Complex Knee Deformity Using Ortho-SUV: A Case Study.
Kaustubh Zodey1, Sushil Mankar2, Pallav P Agrawal2
1Orthopedics, N.K.P. Salve Institute of Medical Sciences (NKPSIMS) and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital, Nagpur, IND.
Cureus
|September 30, 2024
Summary
This study details a complex knee deformity case managed with Ortho-SUV and Ilizarov techniques. Successful correction was achieved, restoring function and limb length without neurodeficit.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomechanical Engineering
Background:
- Lower limb deformities significantly impair patient mobility and social well-being.
- Knee joint deformities can involve multiple planes (coronal, sagittal, rotational) and affect both femur and tibia.
Observation:
- A 19-year-old female presented with a complex left knee deformity involving femur and tibia shortening.
- The deformity required meticulous planning and surgical intervention.
Findings:
- Combined use of Ortho-SUV and Ilizarov techniques successfully corrected the complex knee deformity.
- Post-operative complications included temporary neurological injury and nonunion, which were managed with spontaneous recovery and autologous bone grafting.
- Excellent outcomes were achieved, with no residual neurodeficit or limb length discrepancy.
Implications:
- Complex lower limb deformities necessitate strategic surgical planning and management.
- While the Ilizarov technique is standard, advanced devices like Ortho-SUV offer enhanced capabilities for deformity correction.
- Awareness of potential complications such as nonunion and neurological injury is crucial for successful treatment.
