History of lengthening and equalization of lower extremities
Malawski, S.
Chirurgia Narzadow Ruchu i Ortopedia Polska 58(4): 239-249
1993
ISSN/ISBN: 0009-479X PMID: 7671702 Document Number: 412976
Chronological history of development of methods for elongation and equalization of lower extremities is presented. An elongation by distraction of an osteotomized shaft and shortening by resection of a shaft fragment is discussed. An epiphyseal stimulation and arrest and non-aggressive method of epiphyseal distraction are shown. The author's intention was to present the development of this field of orthopedics and to prevent researching ideas known in the past.