Analysis of bone union after medial closing wedge distal femoral osteotomy using a new radiographic scoring system.

Takehiko MatsushitaAkiyoshi MoriShu WatanabeKiminari KataokaShinya OkaKyohei NishidaKanto NagaiTomoyuki MatsumotoYuichi HoshinoRyosuke Kuroda

Published in: Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery (2022)

Bone union progression was slower and hinge fractures were more frequently observed after MCWDFO than after LCWDFO via DLO. MCWDFO is technically challenging, and patients must be monitored closely during and after surgery.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
bone mineral density
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
total knee arthroplasty
soft tissue
prognostic factors
minimally invasive
postmenopausal women
body composition