Korrekturverfahren bei außergewöhnlichen Fehlstellungen

Abstract

Severe posttraumatic deformities involving compromised soft tissue and bone demand gentle and usually gradual methods of correction so as to avoid secondary damage to the vascular system, nerves or soft tissue. Acute techniques are only possible when there is a good soft tissue mantle and the direction is safe. The Ilizarov ring fixator and the Taylor spatial frame are both known to be particularly suitable for gradual correction of severe deformities. The Taylor spatial frame allows correction of severe multiplanar deformities with no need for elaborate adaptations to it. The patients are capable of full weightbearing immediately and can be followed up as out-patients.