Unstable lateral hinge fracture or occult complete osteotomy adversely affects correction accuracy in open wedge high tibial osteotomy

To verify whether lateral hinge fracture (LHF) affects correction accuracy in open wedge high tibial osteotomy (OWHTO), and to identify the fracture characteristics responsible for inaccurate correction, including LHF type and hinge location.

Source: Arthroscopy - Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery - April 30, 2021 Category: Surgery Authors: Ju-Ho Song, Seong-Il Bin, Jong-Min Kim, Bum-Sik Lee Source Type: research