Medial open wedge osteotomy yields comparable stability to lateral open wedge procedure on the distal femur.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Supracondylar osteotomies are a frequently and successfully used technique in the treatment of coronal plane deformities and unicompartmental osteoarthritis of the knee. While lateral open wedge techniques are common for valgus deformities, the data about medial open wedge techniques for varus deformities is sparse. The aim of this study was to compare the biomechanical properties of medial and lateral open wedge osteotomies using a locking Tomofix® plate (DePuy Synthes, Oberdorf, Switzerland). Our hypothesis was that there would be no difference regarding biomechanical outcome parameters between these two groups.

Methods

Medial and lateral open wedge osteotomies were performed in composite bone model as routine. Each experimental group contained 6 constructs. Sta

SUBMITTER: Karkosch RF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11423964 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature