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These procedures may also serve the prophylactic
functions of preventing progressive deformities from
worsening and preventing additional injuries by
stabilizing and strengthening limbs.
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Common indications for surgical intervention
include correction of limb deformities, stabilization
of chronic non-unions and revision of implant from
previous procedures. The tibia is the most common
cause of deformity in this population.
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Osteotomies may be safely and effectively done in
adult patients with OI.
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Strut allografts provide stabilization to and promote
healing of osteotomies, fractures and chronic
non-unions within a reasonable timeframe.
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In patients with implant that has become prominent
due to IM rod migration or limb shortening, removal
or realignment can help to restore range of motion
and relieve pain and stiffness.
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Reconstructive procedures can be performed with
a relatively low rate of complications, and the
main adverse outcomes observed in reconstruction
procedures are the development of prominent
implant and the delayed union of osteotomies, which
can successfully be addressed through the revision of
implant and additional stabilization with implant or
allografts.
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