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Leg lengthening

C Manning

    Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
    |October 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Leg lengthening surgery using Anderson

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Pediatric Orthopedics

    Background:

    • 192 patients underwent 211 leg lengthening procedures between 1966-1977.
    • Analysis focused on 143 patients reaching skeletal maturity.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and outcomes of leg lengthening surgery.
    • To assess complications and long-term results in pediatric patients.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized Anderson's modification of Abbott's lengthening device.
    • Performed procedures on femora and tibiae to correct leg length discrepancies.

    Main Results:

    • Achieved an average 5 cm length gain in 21 femora and 122 tibiae.
    • Reduced average leg length difference from 5.75 cm to 2.48 cm at skeletal maturity.
    • 30 fractures occurred, all united; 2 patients required amputation due to complications.

    Conclusions:

    • Leg lengthening surgery can effectively reduce leg length discrepancies.
    • While complications like fractures can occur, union is generally achieved without significant long-term issues like sepsis or death.
    • Careful patient selection and management are crucial to minimize risks.