Is Proximal Fibula Epiphysiodesis Necessary When Performing a Proximal Tibial Epiphysiodesis?
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DOI: 10.1097/bpo.0000000000001642
Abstract: Background: Controversy exists regarding the need for proximal fibular epiphysiodesis in conjunction with proximal tibial epiphysiodesis to prevent relative overgrowth of the fibula. The purpose of this study was to determine the incidence of relative… read more here.
Keywords: fibula; tibial epiphysiodesis; epiphysiodesis; proximal fibular ... See more keywords
Hypertrophy Associated With Vascular Malformations: Analysis of Growth and Results of Epiphysiodesis.
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DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20171213-07
Abstract: Limb-length inequality is a clinical problem in children with hypertrophy associated with vascular malformations. The purpose of this study was to determine a pattern of growth, predict discrepancy at maturity, and evaluate the timing and… read more here.
Keywords: epiphysiodesis; hypertrophy; associated vascular; hypertrophy associated ... See more keywords