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Intramedullary Limb Lengthening

Abstract

Frequent follow-up evaluation will help a surgeon recognize and forestall evolving complications during limb lengthening. Passive and active stretching programs are essential. Judging regenerate bone at each office visit allows the surgeon to modify the lengthening prescription. In cases of tardy regenerate ossification, it may be necessary to slow, stop, or even reverse elongation if there is deficient bone in the distraction gap. In rare cases, too rapid bone formation may require speeding up the limb lengthening prescription.

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