The eight-Plate (Orthofix) is a reasonable option for hemiepiphysiodesis but has an unacceptable failure rate in Blount disease (44%). There were no instances of failure in patients with other diagnoses. In Blount disease, stronger implants should be considered. Future implant designs should include stronger screws to decrease implant failure complications.
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