Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja
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Ortop Traumatol Rehabil · Feb 2018
Results of Ilizarov External Fixation in Rigid Equinus Deformity: An Experience of 30 Patients.
Equinus deformity is associated with congenital disorders, trauma, infections, burns and neuromuscular diseases. Tip-toe gait resulting from equinus deformity often makes ambulation difficult. Many modalities of treatment are available but most of them are challenging due to high risk of skin and soft tissue complications. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the results of Ilizarov external fixator with or without minimal soft tissue release in patients with rigid equinus deformity. ⋯ Ilizarov external fixation being a minimal invasive procedure allows a greater degree of equinus deformity correction.