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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 105-B, Issue SUPP_10 | Pages 30 - 30
1 Jun 2023
Tissingh E Goodier D Wright J Timms A Campbell M Crook G Calder P
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Introduction

The FitBone lengthening nail (Orthofix UK) is an intramedullary device licensed for the lengthening of long bones in adults in the UK. It contains a motor powered by electricity transmitted via an induction coil placed underneath the skin. It was developed in Germany two decades ago but uptake in the UK has only started more recently. The aim of this study was to review the first cohort of FitBone lengthening nails in a unit with significant experience of other lengthening nails (including PRECICE and Stryde).

Materials & Methods

Demographic, clinical and radiological data was prospectively collected on all FitBone cases starting in February 2022. Accuracy of lengthening rate, patient satisfaction and implant issues were all considered. Complications and learning points were recorded and discussed by the multidisciplinary team involved in the patients care.