Empowering Recovery: Overcoming Leg Length Discrepancy in a Teen with Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia

Dr. A. Navaladi Shankar shares his journey in treating a 17-year-old girl from Oman with Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia (SED), a condition that led to a 12 cm shortening of her right leg. He discusses the innovative bone transport method used to address the leg length discrepancy, which involved an external ring fixator and a specialized nail that, with the help of electromagnetic stimulus, promoted bone growth.
This journey was a blend of skilled medical care and heartfelt family support. While the doctors brought their specialized knowledge to the treatment, the parents provided crucial emotional guidance, helping their daughter focus on her recovery despite the discomforts.
The team opted for the process, known as Corticotomy, which involved lengthening the bone in carefully monitored stages and making daily millimeter adjustments. This meticulous approach aimed to restore equal limb length and give the patient the ability to walk independently.
For the patient and her family, the journey was long and filled with challenges, starting with the difficult decision to pursue surgery after exploring other options. They traveled from Oman to Apollo Hospital for its renowned orthopedic care, finding comfort and confidence in Dr. A. Navaladi Shankar and his team's reassurance and expertise. The care and support provided during the surgery and the critical post-discharge period were pivotal in her recovery. Today, she walks independently, a transformation that fills her and her family with gratitude. They express heartfelt thanks for the unwavering support and the significant improvement in her condition, acknowledging the positive impact that Apollo Hospital and its team have made in her life.
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