Leg lengthening and shortening
Alternate Names : Epiphysiodesis, Epiphyseal arrest, Correction of unequal bone length, Bone lengthening, Bone shortening, Femoral lengthening, Femoral shortening
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Leg lengthening - series
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Leg lengthening - series Aftercare
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The device used to lengthen the leg after placement of the pins usually must stay in place for many months. The leg is gradually lengthened over this time, and the patient is usually able to walk with the device in place. Multiple surgeries are usually required to effect significant lengthening of the limb.
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