Upper Limb Lengthening in Achondroplasia Using Unilateral External Fixation
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DOI: 10.1097/bpo.0000000000001767
Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyze the long-term results of humeral lengthening in achondroplastic patients and make suggestions on the most appropriate surgical technique to improve patient outcomes. Methods: Fifty-four humeral lengthening… read more here.
Keywords: unilateral external; long term; humeral lengthening; external fixation ... See more keywords
What Are the Risks and Functional Outcomes Associated With Bilateral Humeral Lengthening Using a Monolateral External Fixator in Patients With Achondroplasia?
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DOI: 10.1097/corr.0000000000002209
Abstract: BACKGROUND Many patients with achondroplasia experience functional impairments because of rhizomelic upper extremities (proximal limb shortening). Bilateral humeral lengthening may overcome these functional limitations, but it is associated with several risks, such as radial nerve… read more here.
Keywords: radial nerve; patients achondroplasia; monolateral external; humeral lengthening ... See more keywords