Lengthening and correction of femur after growth arrest. Doctor: S. Robert Rozbruch
Patient: Bobby
Preop: Bobby sustained damage to his femur growth plate that led to a 8 cm (3.5 inches) leg length discrepancy and a knock knee (valgus) deformity.
Postop Using a Taylor Spatial Frame, we lengthened and straightened his leg 3.5 inches.
Followup: Bobby has symmetrical legs and is back to all activities including running and football.
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