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CURRENT OPINION IN PEDIATRICS
卷 29, 期 1, 页码 80-86出版社
LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS
DOI: 10.1097/MOP.0000000000000438
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EOS; epiphysiodesis; growth prediction; limb length discrepancy; percutaneous epiphysiodesis with transphyseal screws; tantalum beads
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Purpose of reviewThe purpose is to review the indications for epiphysiodesis in the treatment of pediatric limb length discrepancies; provide an update on current diagnostic, planning, and surgical techniques; and to introduce possible future alternatives.Recent findingsRetrospective comparative studies have failed to demonstrate superiority of one epiphysiodesis technique over the others. EOS low-dose biplanar X-ray and smartphone growth prediction applications are improving our ability to diagnose and plan treatment for leg length discrepancy. Arthroscopically guided percutaneous epiphysiodesis and radiofrequency ablation are newer techniques that are still under investigation.SummaryEpiphysiodesis is the treatment of choice for children with predicted leg length discrepancies between 2-5cm, provided that the physes are open with sufficient growth remaining. The most common epiphysiodesis techniques are performed percutaneously and either ablate the physis with drills/curettes or use metal implants to tether the physis and prevent further growth. Surgical treatment is typically ambulatory in nature, and allows for early return to weight bearing. In modern series, complication rates are less than 10%, with the majority being minor complications. Further high-quality prospective research is needed to determine the optimal epiphysiodesis surgical technique.
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