Ilizarov for Legg-Calve -Perthes Disease

This study presents the results of prospective consecutive cohort of patient with Legg-Calve- Perthes disease treated by Ilizarov technique between 1995 and 2014. The primary aim is to determine the maintenance of head coverage and joint congruity and functional outcomes of this Ilizarov technique. Methods: 26 patients with a mean follow up of 12 years (range 4 to 12) were included. Results: Cumulative maintenance of head coverage and joint congruity rate for all was (95%) at 12 years. Conclusion: Articulated hinge distraction in LCPD gives satisfactory and reproducible long term clinical results.