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[Experience with temporary epiphyseodesis after Blount (author's transl)].
Zeitschrift Fur Orthopadie Und Ihre Grenzgebiete
|December 1, 1979
Summary
Temporary Blount epiphysiodesis for leg length equalization in children can lead to significant complications. This procedure is recommended only in exceptional cases due to frequent adverse outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Pediatric orthopedics
Context:
- Temporary epiphysiodesis using Blount technique is a surgical procedure to correct leg length discrepancies and angular deformities in children.
- Follow-up examinations of 57 children who underwent this procedure revealed numerous complications.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the outcomes and complications of temporary epiphysiodesis according to Blount in pediatric patients.
- To analyze the effectiveness and safety of the Blount technique for leg length equalization and angular deformity correction.
Summary:
- The study identified frequent complications including clasp failures, genu recurvatum, genu valgum/varum, ligamentous insufficiencies, and scarring.
- Leg length equalization was not always achieved, even with minor initial discrepancies.
- Authors' errors and similar findings from other studies are discussed.
Impact:
- Temporary Blount epiphysiodesis should be reserved for exceptional cases when leg length equalization is the primary goal, requiring strict precautionary measures.
- The method may be suitable for pronounced axis deviations with diligent post-operative monitoring.