Doctors reported on a case involving a two-year-old girl who had a proximal tibial physeal bar. This condition was caused by an infection she had as a newborn. The issue led to a limb length discrepancy and a varus knee deformity, which can affect how a child moves and grows.
The surgical team used a combination of arthroscopy and intraoperative C-arm imaging to treat the area. This method allowed them to remove the specific lesion while avoiding the removal of healthy physeal cartilage. The goal was to preserve as much healthy tissue as possible during the procedure.
Following the surgery, the child experienced a full resolution of symptoms and regained her range of motion in the knee. Because this is a single case report and narrative review, these results are not yet proven for all children with similar conditions. It shows a promising way to use specific imaging tools to improve surgical accuracy.
