Osteotomy Thigh Treatment in Turkey
About Osteotomy Thigh
Key Highlights
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Corrects significant leg length discrepancies and angular deformities (like bowlegs or knock-knees).Improves joint alignment and biomechanics to prevent early-onset arthritis.Alleviates pain and enhances mobility and walking pattern (gait).Customized to the child's specific growth stage and skeletal maturity.Aims to restore normal function and allow full participation in physical activities.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe Blount's disease (tibia vara) affecting the femur.
- Post-traumatic malunion or deformity of the femur.
- Congenital femoral deficiency or other developmental dysplasia.
- Significant rotational deformities (excessive femoral anteversion or retroversion) causing gait issues.
- Angular deformities (genu valgum - knock-knees, or genu varum - bowlegs) not responsive to bracing.
- Leg length discrepancy requiring correction.
- Deformities secondary to metabolic bone diseases (e.g., rickets).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive orthopedic evaluation including physical exam and detailed gait analysis.
- Imaging studies: Full-length standing X-rays (scanogram) and possibly CT scans for precise surgical planning.
- Pre-operative blood tests and a general medical clearance.
- Discussion with the family and child (age-appropriate) about the procedure, goals, and recovery.
- Planning for post-operative pain management and mobility assistance (crutches, wheelchair).
- Fasting as instructed by the surgical team prior to the procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Standard surgical risks: Infection, bleeding, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Nerve or blood vessel injury, which could affect sensation or blood flow.
- Delayed union or non-union of the osteotomy site (bone not healing properly).
- Hardware irritation or failure (plates, screws).
- Over-correction or under-correction of the deformity.
- Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot).
- Stiffness of the knee or hip joint.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay for initial pain control, monitoring, and physical therapy instruction.
- Use of crutches or a walker with strict non-weight-bearing or partial weight-bearing as advised.
- Regular follow-up X-rays to monitor bone healing and alignment.
- Formal physical therapy to restore range of motion, strength, and proper gait.
- Wound care and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Gradual return to activities; full impact sports are restricted until complete healing is confirmed.
- Possible removal of hardware in a subsequent minor procedure once healing is solid.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 months for full bone healing and return to sports
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering osteotomy thigh in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
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