ILIZAROV APPLICATIONS IN THE PEDIATRIC FOOT

Citation
Ka. Reinker et Ct. Carpenter, ILIZAROV APPLICATIONS IN THE PEDIATRIC FOOT, Journal of pediatric orthopedics, 17(6), 1997, pp. 796-802
Citations number
14
Categorie Soggetti
Pediatrics,Orthopedics
ISSN journal
02716798
Volume
17
Issue
6
Year of publication
1997
Pages
796 - 802
Database
ISI
SICI code
0271-6798(1997)17:6<796:IAITPF>2.0.ZU;2-M
Abstract
We applied the Ilizarov technique and apparatus to the correction of 2 4 severe foot deformities in 21 children. We were able to achieve a se rviceable plantigrade foot in all cases, with nine feet achieving an e xcellent result, 12 achieving a good result, three being fair, and non e poor. Ilizarov's technique and apparatus offer an excellent adjunct for treating carefully selected severe foot deformities in children.