Abstract
Methods: A Ring Fixator (Taylor Spatial Frame (TSF); Smith & Nephew, Memphis, TN), was used in the treatment of 5 patients (ages 11 to 16 years) with proximal tibial growth arrest following trauma.
Results: The mean corrections were 14.2° (max 28°, min 0°) in the saggital plane and 14° (max 38°, min 2°) in the coronal plane. Leg length discrepancy was also corrected (max 1cm). The average time in frame was 17.8 weeks, with an average correction time of 29.8 days. Knee Society Clinical Rating System (KSCRS) scores post operatively ranged from 95 to 100. All patients returned to full activity, and would accept the same treatment if offered again. The circular fixator is an effective, minimally invasive method for treating the complex deformities arising from this rare injury. Patients remain active during treatment, encouraging a rapid return to school/work activities.
The abstracts were prepared by Mr Matt Costa and Mr Ben Ollivere. Correspondence should be addressed to Mr Costa at Clinical Sciences Research Institute, University of Warwick, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry CV2 2DX, UK.
