Safety of simultaneous versus staged bilateral opening-wedge high tibial osteotomy with locked plate and immediate weight bearing

ConclusionOn the basis of this analysis, simultaneous bilateral HTO is a reasonable treatment option. Individuals who undergo staged bilateral HTO face the risk of complications twice, in addition to two hospitalizations. Patients who undergo simultaneous bilateral HTO have a higher risk of blood transfusion.

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Source: International Orthopaedics - August 4, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research