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. 1979 May;61-B(2):218-20.
doi: 10.1302/0301-620X.61B2.438275.

The role of the periosteum in the growth of long bones. An experimental study in the rabbit

G R Houghton, G D Rooker

The role of the periosteum in the growth of long bones. An experimental study in the rabbit

G R Houghton et al. J Bone Joint Surg Br. 1979 May.

Abstract

Hemicircumferential division of the periosteum was performed on the upper tibia of the rabbit. Division of the medial side regularly caused a valgus angulation, but other injuries about the upper tibia had no effect. The cause of deformity after periosteal damage is discussed.

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