osteotomy

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Osteotomy is a surgical procedure in medicine that involves cutting through bone to correct a deformity. This is typically done to realign a bone or joint, and the fracture is then allowed to heal in the desired position. Often, internal fixation devices such as screws, plates, or wires are used to stabilize the bone during healing.1

Orthopedics is the medical specialty focused on the skeletal system, including bones, joints, and muscles. While historically it dealt with fractures and deformities using braces, modern orthopedics also employs techniques like bone grafts and artificial joints to restore function.2

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Treatment
Osteotomy is a so-called joint-sparing technique that has been used to treat primarily avascular necrosis of the femoral head. The goal of this treatment is to redistribute the weight-bearing forces to healthy cartilage and bone. Overall, osteotomies have been successful in treating late-stage disease.
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Osteotomy is a so-called joint-sparing technique that has been used to treat primarily avascular necrosis of the femoral head. The goal of this treatment is to redistribute the weight-bearing forces to healthy cartilage and bone. Overall, osteotomies have been successful in treating late-stage disease.
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