» With the use of blocking screws, acute deformity corrections can be combined with intramedullary limb-lengthening. » Tibial lengthening with an intramedullary nail requires a longer latency period and a gentle rate and rhythm compared with tibial lengthening with an external fixator. » Preparatory surgery is necessary to stabilize the adjacent joints before performing intramedullary limb-lengthening in patients with congenital limb-length discrepancy.
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