Deformity Correction about Knee with Ilizarov Technique: Accuracy of Correction and Effectiveness of Gradual Distraction after Conventional Straight Cut Osteotomy.

Background: The aim of the study was to retrospectively analyse the long term clinical outcome, accuracy of correction, and the complication rate in patients treated for deformities around the knee with gradual distraction with or without additional limb lengthening using Ilizarov technique.

Material And Methods: The study presents a retrospective analysis of 26 patients treated for deformities about the knee by gradual distraction with Ilizarov technique with an average follow-up of 6.1 yrs (2-13 yrs).