When is an osteotomy indicated?

In young (< 55 years) active patients with unicompartmental osteoarthritis and associated axial deformity. It preserves the native joint.

How long does bone healing take?

Healing takes 3 to 4 months. Partial weight bearing for the first 6 weeks, progression to full weight bearing based on X-rays.

Yes. Osteotomy postpones replacement by 10 to 15 years on average. Replacement remains technically feasible afterwards.

Pathologies

In young (< 55 years) active patients with unicompartmental osteoarthritis and associated axial deformity. It preserves the native joint.

Healing takes 3 to 4 months. Partial weight bearing for the first 6 weeks, progression to full weight bearing based on X-rays.

Yes. Osteotomy postpones replacement by 10 to 15 years on average. Replacement remains technically feasible afterwards.

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