학술논문
Late lengthening of the fibula for malaligned ankle fractures
Document Type
Article
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Source
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - British Volume; July 1990, Vol. 72 Issue: 4 p714-717, 4p
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ISSN
0301620X
Abstract
We describe a technique of lengthening osteotomy of the fibula for the late treatment of symptomatic malaligned or malunited fractures of the ankle. Good results at two to three years were achieved in five of six cases despite delays of up to four years from the original injury. The method can prevent progressive instability and degenerative arthritis.