Tiny x-ray markers reveal how children's bones grow after leg-straightening surgery.

NCT ID NCT04235517

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tracks bone growth in 10 children who have surgery to fix leg length differences or bowing. Surgeons place small metal markers in the bone and use special X-rays to measure growth very precisely. The goal is to learn when to remove temporary implants for the best result.

What this could mean

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Active substance

surgical implants (tension band plates, staples, or locking plates)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help surgeons know exactly when to remove growth-guiding implants, leading to better correction of leg length or alignment.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early study (10 children) focused on measurement, not treatment. It may not lead to changes in practice, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • The Ortopedic dep at Oslo Unversity Hospital, Rikshospitalet

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    Oslo, 0424, Norway

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