Percutaneous epiphysiodesis has the advantages of relatively little postoperative pain and excellent cosmesis. With the aid of image-intensification fluoroscopy, it is safe, effective, relatively easy to perform, and compares favorably with the traditional alternative procedures. No complications were encountered in 12 patients.
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