Distal femoral extension osteotomy with 90 & #176; pediatric condylar locking compression plate and patellar tendon advancement for the correction of crouch gait in cerebral palsy

Conclusion: The combined procedure of DFEO and PTA can correct knee flexion deformity, restore knee extensor strength, and improve function in patients with crouch gait. The pediatric condylar LCP provides stable fixation to allow early mobilization and faster rehabilitation.

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Source: Indian Journal of Orthopaedics - February 6, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Alaric Aroojis Maulik Patel Avi Shah Kailash Sarathy Sandeep Vaidya Rujuta Mehta Source Type: research