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Indications
The Guided Growth Plate is designed for the express and sole purpose of redirecting the angle of growth of long bone(s). This is useful for gradually correcting angular deformities in growing children.
Specific conditions / diseases for which the device will be indicated include:
- Valgus, varus or flexion, extension deformities of the knee (femur and/or tibia)
- Valgus, varus or plantar flexion deformities of the ankle
- Valgus or varus deformities of the elbow (humerus)
- Radial or ulnar deviation, flexion or extension deformities of the wrist (radius)
