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Review
. 2004 Feb;33(2):185-92.
doi: 10.1007/s00132-003-0597-9.

[Open wedge osteotomy of the distal femur in the valgus knee]

[Article in German]
V Franco  1 , M Cipolla, G Gerullo, E Gianni, G Puddu
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Review

[Open wedge osteotomy of the distal femur in the valgus knee]

[Article in German]
V Franco et al. Orthopade. 2004 Feb.

Abstract

This review presents a novel technique for open-wedge varus osteotomies of the distal femur in lateral compartment osteoarthritis in valgus knees. Indications and contraindications are discussed. The technique, its potential pitfalls, and postoperative management are presented. The authors' results with this technique are compared to the data of the literature.

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