Equalization of lower-limb inequality by lengthening.
1989
S S Coleman
UI
MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D007870
Leg Length Inequality
A condition in which one of a pair of legs fails to grow as long as the other, which could result from injury or surgery.
Inequalities, Leg Length,Inequality, Leg Length,Leg Length Inequalities,Length Inequalities, Leg,Length Inequality, Leg
D001852
Bone Lengthening
Increase in the longest dimension of a bone to correct anatomical deficiencies, congenital, traumatic, or as a result of disease. The lengthening is not restricted to long bones. The usual surgical methods are internal fixation and distraction.
Lengthening, Bone
D005269
Femur
The longest and largest bone of the skeleton, it is situated between the hip and the knee.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D013977
Tibia
The second longest bone of the skeleton. It is located on the medial side of the lower leg, articulating with the FIBULA laterally, the TALUS distally, and the FEMUR proximally.