Regenaration of the proximal tibial epiphysis after infantile osteomyelitis. Report of three cases with an eight- to 22-year follow-up

K. S. Song, H. K W Kim

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Abstract

We reviewed three infants with destructive osteomyelitis involving the proximal tibial epiphysis at a follow-up of eight to 22 years. All cases showed early radiographic destructive changes in the medial or lateral aspects of the epiphysis and metaphysis. Despite the ominous early appearance of the epiphysis, all cases showed spontaneous reossification of the epiphysis with restoration of the tibial condyle and preservation of joint congruity. The patients, however, developed a valgus or varus deformity which was treated satisfactorily with one to three proximal tibial osteotomies. The potential for regeneration of the epiphysis following infantile osteomyelitis of the proximal tibia suggests these cases should be treated expectantly with regard to joint congruity.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)979-983
Number of pages5
JournalJournal of Bone and Joint Surgery - Series B
Volume87
Issue number7
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 2005

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery
  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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