Retrograde Extramedullary Lengthening of the Femur Using the PRECICE Nail: Technique and Results

Conclusions: Retrograde extramedullary lengthening of the femur is an option that should be considered for limb length equalization in skeletally immature patients. It avoids the inconvenience of external fixation and can be used to simultaneously correct deformities of the distal femur. Although the total amount of length gained is modest, we believe it is a promising limb lengthening technique that merits further investigation. Level of Evidence: Level III.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Limb Lengthing Source Type: research