An improved spreadsheet for calculating limb length discrepancy and epiphysiodesis timing using the multiplier method.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

The multiplier method is a technique to predict limb length discrepancy (LLD) at maturity in pediatric patients. Various tools have been developed for performing the multiplier calculations to predict LLD and timing of epiphysiodesis. These include multiplier/growth applications (apps) and a spreadsheet which have helped to facilitate LLC calculations in an efficient and easy manner. We have updated the spreadsheet to improve features for making LLD calculations and facilitate pasting data into electronic medical records (EMRs).

Methods

Tools currently in use were critically examined for features that limited their function, created possible sources of error or could be more user-friendly. These features were modified and recreated in an improved Excel spreadsheet th

SUBMITTER: Mills G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4940249 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature