Temporary hemiepiphysiodesis for correcting idiopathic and pathologic deformities of the knee: A retrospective analysis of 355 cases.

Background: Hemiepiphysiodesis is a well-established treatment option in cases of pathologic deformities and leg discrepancies during evolution. The aim of this study was to evaluate the postoperative angular measurement, correction correlated with age at operation time, and postoperative complication rate.

Material And Methods: A total of 355 patients were treated with 887 8-plates between April 2007 and January 2013.