Treat the Congenital Pseudarthrosis of the Tibia with Ilizarov Technology: Case Report

Overview

Journal Medicine (Baltimore)

Specialty General Medicine

Date 2018 Dec 15

PMID 30544410

Citations 4

Authors

Ling Dong Kong

Han Xiong Cheng

Tao Nie

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Abstract

Rationale: According to previously published studies, treating pediatric patients with congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia (CPT) is challenging. More effective methods are needed to treat this patient population.

Patient Concerns: A 7-year-old girl with congenital pseudarthrosis of the distal tibia, previously misdiagnosed as a fracture, underwent plate fixation. Unfortunately, the steel plate broke after 3 months, which led to ankle angle deformity.

Diagnoses: Congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia.

Intervention: Treat the congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia with Ilizarov technology.

Outcomes: lower limb force recovery, bone union, and lower-limb-length equalization were achieved. Congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia were cured.

Lessons: The Ilizarov technique is a safe, effective, and practical treatment option for patients with CPT.

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