Assessment of Femoral Physeal Activity After Transitory Hemiepiphysiodesis Using Screws and Nonabsorbable Filament

Martínez, Gino; Baar, Alejandro; Ibáñez, Angélica; Vergara, Pamela G.; Carmona, Maximiliano; Drago, Sebastian

doi:10.1097/bpo.0000000000000101

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“…Recently, after experimental studies [62,63], Martínez et al [64] described an alternative technique for idiopathic genu valgum using nonabsorbable screws and sutures. Later, the same group published [65] a comparative study between this technique and the TBP, including 44 knees, with similar results.…”

Section: Screws and Nonabsorbable Suturementioning

confidence: 99%

Growth modulation for angular knee deformities: a practical guideline

Braga

Santili

Rodrigues

et al. 2022

Current Opinion in Pediatrics

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Purpose of reviewThis study aimed to review the established concepts and advances related to growth modulation for treating knee angular deformities. Although they are considered well tolerated procedures, careful indications and accurate techniques are necessary to ensure good results.Recent findingsIn addition to general clinical and radiographic evaluations, new tools such as two-dimensional low-dose radiography and gait analysis have been used to clarify angular and torsional combinations and the impact of mild angulations on the knee joint. Temporary epiphysiodesis is commonly the choice, and it can be performed with different implants such as staples, tension band plates (TBP), percutaneous transphyseal screws (PETS), sutures, and screws.SummaryConsidering its principles, TBP has been preferred for younger children. Cost can be a limitation, and research for alternative implants such as screws and nonabsorbable sutures indicate they might be an alternative in the future. In adolescents, PETS becomes an attractive alternative; however, its reversible character has been controversial, and further studies are needed to establish limits in younger patients.

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Section: Screws and Nonabsorbable Suturementioning

confidence: 99%