Incidence of knee height asymmetry in a paediatric population of corrected leg length discrepancy: a retrospective chart review study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00264-018-3794-1
Abstract: PurposeThe purpose of the study is to provide a methodology to quantify knee height asymmetry (KHA) and to establish the incidence of knee height asymmetry in a patient population visiting the limb length discrepancy clinic… read more here.
Keywords: length discrepancy; knee height; height asymmetry;
Fibula lengthening then centralization for the treatment of pseudoarthrosis at the middle third of tibia with large leg-length discrepancy – A case report
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2021.106577
Abstract: Introduction and importance Tibial dysplastic pseudoarthrosis associated with large leg-length discrepancy and extensive scarring was a great challenge for orthopedic surgeons. The treatment for these lesions was not defined. Case presentation We report a 24-year-old… read more here.
Keywords: length discrepancy; leg length; pseudoarthrosis; case ... See more keywords
Association of Mild Leg Length Discrepancy and Degenerative Changes in the Hip Joint and Lumbar Spine
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.03.001
Abstract: Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate the correlation between mild leg length discrepancy (LLD) and degenerative joint disease (DJD) or osteoarthritis. Methods We evaluated standard postural lumbopelvic radiographs from 255 adults (121… read more here.
Keywords: mild leg; leg length; correlation; lumbar ... See more keywords
Assessment of glycosaminoglycan content in intervertebral discs of patients with leg length discrepancy: A pilot study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2019.03.014
Abstract: Objective Leg length discrepancy (LLD) could be a predisposing factor for early degeneration of lumbar intervertebral discs (IVD). The purpose of this study was to elucidate the molecular effect of LLD on IVDs. Methods IVDs… read more here.
Keywords: length discrepancy; leg length; study; intervertebral discs ... See more keywords
Functional leg length discrepancy between theories and reliable instrumental assessment: a study about newly invented NPoS system.
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DOI: 10.11138/mltj/2017.7.2.293
Abstract: Background In spite the instinct social&financial impact of Leg Length Discrepancy (LLD), controversial and conflicting results still exist regarding a reliable assessment/correction method. For proper management it's essential to discriminate between anatomical&functional Leg Length Discrepancy… read more here.
Keywords: length discrepancy; leg length; system;
Leg length discrepancy after skeletal maturity in patients treated with elastic intramedullary nails after femoral shaft fractures in childhood
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DOI: 10.1177/18632521221106388
Abstract: Purpose: The purpose was to study radiographic and perceived leg length discrepancy after skeletal maturity in patients treated for femoral shaft fractures with elastic stable intramedullary nails in childhood. Methods: Thirty-five adults underwent standing radiographs… read more here.
Keywords: leg length; length discrepancy; fracture;
Effects of tension band plating on coronal plane alignment of lower extremities in children treated for idiopathic limb length discrepancy
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DOI: 10.1177/18632521221135192
Abstract: Purpose: One of the most common treatment methods for moderate limb length discrepancy in children is growth modulation using tension band plating. Coronal plane deformities after tension band plating for limb length discrepancy have been… read more here.
Keywords: length discrepancy; tension band; limb length;
Relationship between leg length discrepancy and functional scoliosis in children and adolescents
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DOI: 10.1186/s12891-025-08693-x
Abstract: As the relationship between leg-length discrepancy (LLD) and scoliosis has not been clearly defined, the purpose of this study was to explore the impact and severity of LLD in children and adolescents with scoliosis and… read more here.
Keywords: scoliosis; height difference; pelvic height; cobb angle ... See more keywords
Syndromic capillary malformation with leg length discrepancy: Parkes-Weber syndrome treated by embolization, chemotherapy and Ilizarov technique
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DOI: 10.1186/s41065-025-00474-9
Abstract: Capillary malformations (CMs) are congenital low-flow vascular anomalies caused by dilated capillaries. Leg length discrepancy (LLD) is the condition characterized by unequal lower limb lengths, leading to functional and postural challenges. Capillary malformation with leg… read more here.
Keywords: length discrepancy; malformation leg; leg length; capillary malformation ... See more keywords
Overgrowth After Pediatric Tibial Spine Repair with Symptomatic Leg Length Discrepancy: A Case Report.
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DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.21.00036
Abstract: CASE A 12-year-old girl sustained a right-sided tibial spine fracture while jumping on a trampoline. Postoperative course was complicated initially by arthrofibrosis requiring manipulation under anesthesia and subsequent leg length discrepancy attributed to posttraumatic overgrowth… read more here.
Keywords: tibial spine; case; leg length; spine ... See more keywords
Intercondylar Longitudinal Stress Fracture of Femur After Growth Suppression for Limb Length Discrepancy
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DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.25.00057
Abstract: Case: An 11-year-old boy with leg length discrepancy (LLD) secondary to Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease underwent growth suppression using a tension-band plate (TBP) in the distal femur. At 13 years of age, an intercondylar longitudinal stress fracture… read more here.
Keywords: longitudinal stress; stress; femur; length discrepancy ... See more keywords