Lengthening and deformity correction about the knee using a magnetic internal lengthening nail

Introduction: The introduction of the internal lengthening nail (ILN) has changed the treatment of complex malalignment and shortening about the knee. Acute correction of the deformity and gradual lengthening through this osteotomy site has greatly simplified postoperative recovery. This manuscript...

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Main Authors: Fragomen Austin T., Rozbruch S. Robert
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2017-01-01
Series:SICOT-J
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1051/sicotj/2017014