Orthopedic implants – they are a necessity when it comes to congenital or acquired limb length discrepancies. However, full weight-bearing during the limb lengthening process is not feasible with previous implant models. For the first time, the 3D Surgery division at the Medical Center of the University of Munich has succeeded in using an implant that facilitates immediate weight-bearing.
In this MEDICA.de interview, Dr. Peter Helmut Thaller talks about the technique behind the new orthopedic implant, describes the three phases of limb lengthening and lists the features of a perfect leg implant.On January 29, the Medical Center of the University of Munich successfully used an implant that already offers patients full weight-bearing during the limb lengthening process. It is presently the first and only approved leg implant that offers this type of function in Europe. What makes full weight-bearing possible?Dr. Peter Helmut Thaller: Unlike earlier models, this implant features a more robust construction, which makes full weight-bearing possible. This is due to a stainless steel alloy composition and interlocking options. ...
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