Unilateral limb deformity due to fibrous tethers: A report of three cases
Date
2007Author
Zenios, MichalisRamachandran, M.
Bellemore, Michael C.
Source
Journal of Pediatric OrthopaedicsVolume
27Issue
4Pages
398-401Google Scholar check
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Fibrous tethers are a rare cause of unilateral limb deformity. A review of the literature revealed 9 cases previously described, all located in the distal femur. We report 3 additional cases of fibrous tethers, 2 of which were located in anatomical areas not previously described. The fibrous tethers were excised in all cases, and an osteotomy was performed in 2 of the cases. The clinical, radiological, and histopathologic findings are discussed for each case. © 2007 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc.