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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 104-B, Issue SUPP_5 | Pages 18 - 18
1 Apr 2022
Varasteh A Gangadharan S James L
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Introduction

Amputation or disarticulation is a reliable option for management of severe foot deformities and limb-length discrepancies, the surgical restoration of which are unpredictable or unfavourable. Of the various surgeries involving foot ablation, Syme's amputation is preferred for congenital deformities as it provides a growing, weight bearing stump with proprioception and cushioning.

Materials and Methods

We reviewed data of all children who underwent Syme's amputation over the past 13 years at our institution. Surgical technique followed the same principles for Syme's but varied with surgeons.