Combination of external fixation using digital six-axis fixator and internal fixation to treat severe complex knee deformity

Abstract Background Severe knee valgus/varus or complex multiplanar deformities are common in clinic. If not corrected in time, cartilage wear will be aggravated and initiate the osteoarthritis due to lower limb malalignment. Internal fixation is unable to correct severe complex deformities, especia...

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Main Authors: Shu-guang Liu, Deng-jie Yu, Hui Li, Michael Opoku, Jun Li, Bao-gang Zhang, Yu-sheng Li, Feng Qiao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-01-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-023-03530-0