| Literature DB >> 32498479 |
Y Huang1, J Liu1, X S Wang1, H J Xu1.
Abstract
High tibial osteotomy (HTO) is an effective treatment for knee osteoarthritis. With the application of bi-planer open wedge osteotomy high tibial osteotomy and new angular stable locking plates, HTO has become more accuracy, minimally invasive and standard, achieved satisfactory long-term treatment outcome. The indications of HTO are expanding. We need to comprehensively consider whether the patient has varus deformity, the location and severity of the deformity, the stage of osteoarthritis, age and the demand of activity, as well as individual factors such as weight, gender, bone condition and joint activity, and strive to give the best individualized treatment to osteoarthritis patients in different stages.Entities:
Keywords: High tibial osteotomy; Indication; Osteotomy; Tibial
Year: 2020 PMID: 32498479 DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn112139-20200228-00149
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Zhonghua Wai Ke Za Zhi ISSN: 0529-5815