A novel method of lateral closing wedge osteotomy for cubitus varus deformity in children

Abstract Background Humeral osteotomy is the best method for treatment of severe cubitus varus in children. Many osteotomy methods have been developed in the past. In this study, we describe a novel corrective technique by applying the principles described by Paley involving lateral osteotomy using...

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Main Authors: Yuxi Su, Yan Xie, Guoxin Nan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-11-01
Series:BMC Surgery
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12893-022-01854-y