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Leg lengthening surgery with intramedullary lengthening nail FITBONE ® SAA (298859) | University Hospital Heidelberg - BookingHealth
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Leg lengthening surgery with intramedullary lengthening nail FITBONE ® SAA in University Hospital Heidelberg

University Hospital Heidelberg

Heidelberg, Germany
Program id # 298859
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Prof. Dr. med. Volker Ewerbeck
Department of Adult and Pediatric Orthopedics, Traumatology
Specialized in: adult and pediatric orthopedics, traumatology

The program includes:

  • Initial presentation in the clinic
  • clinical history taking
  • physical examination
  • review of medical records
  • laboratory tests:
    • complete blood count
    • general urine analysis
    • biochemical analysis of blood​
    • indicators of inflammation
    • indicators of blood coagulation
  • X-ray examination
  • preoperative care
  • implantation of the intramedullary lengthening
    nail FITBONE ® SAA
  • symptomatic treatment 
  • control examinations
  • physiotherapeutic procedures
  • orthopedic appliances
  • the cost of essential medicines and materials
  • nursing services
  • full hospital accommodation
  • explanation of future recommendations

How program is carried out

During the first visit, the physician will conduct a clinical examination with measurements of all lengths and axes of the lower extremities, as well as go through the results of previous examinations. After that, you will undergo additional tests, including the assessment of liver and kidney function, comprehensive X-ray examination, high-resolution CT and MRI. Based on the results of additional tests, the physician will determine the optimal areas of the bone incision and the model of the intramedullary nail.

The Fitbone® intramedullary nail implantation is performed under general anesthesia. After dissecting soft tissues and coagulating the blood vessels, surgeons dissect the femur and / or tibia at predetermined locations. The individually manufactured Fitbone® nail is placed inside the bones.

During the operation, the special mesh with radiopaque coating is used, which ensures perfect alignment of the inserted nail along the axis of the femur and / or tibia. The total duration of the operation is up to 3 hours. After the completion of the intervention you will be transferred back to the ward, as you will not need to stay in the intensive care unit.

You will stay in the hospital for another 5-10 days. The very next day after the operation, you will start walking using crutches. You will also do special gymnastics under the supervision of the rehabilitologist and learn how to work with the external control unit of the Fitbone® nail. After the control X-ray examination, you together with your physician will perform the first distraction (leg lengthening) session. This usually occurs 5 days after the surgery. Before leaving the hospital, your physician will give you detailed recommendations on the duration and intensity of bone distraction at home, follow-up examinations and physical activity.

Required documents

  • Medical records
  • X-ray examination (if available)

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About hospital

According to Focus magazine, the University Hospital Heidelberg ranks among the top five hospitals in Germany! 

The hospital is one of the most advanced and reputable medical institutions not only in Germany but throughout Europe. There are more than 43 specialized departments and 13 medical institutes which cover all fields of modern medicine. A distinctive feature of the hospital is the presence of unique therapeutic methods for the treatment of complex and rare clinical cases.

Due to successful clinical practice, the hospital has been holding leading positions in the international medical arena for many years. The basis for this popularity is the combination of the very latest technologies, competent specialists, and active research activities, which allows introducing of revolutionary diagnostic and treatment methods, which save lives.

In addition to the outstanding medical achievements, it is worth noting a particularly friendly and pleasant atmosphere, and respectful attitude towards the patient. Both doctors and nursing staff make every effort to meet all the needs and wishes of the patient, pay due attention to each clinical case, and have personal communication with the patient, which contributes to a positive treatment result.

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Accommodation in hospital

Patients rooms

The patients of the University Hospital Heidelberg live in comfortable single and double rooms designed in bright colors. Each room is equipped with an ensuite bathroom with a shower and toilet. The patient rooms are quite spacious, they have a table with chairs for receiving visitors. Roomy wardrobes are provided for storing personal belongings. It is possible to connect to the Internet. In addition, the hospital offers enhanced-comfort rooms with a safe, refrigerator, and upholstered furniture. Patients have 24-hour access to the services of medical personnel.

Meals and Menus

The patient and his accompanying person have a daily choice of three menus. If you for some reason do not eat all the products, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your dietary preferences prior to the treatment.

Further details

Standard rooms include:

Toilet
Shower
Wi-Fi
TV

Religion

The religious services are available upon request.

Accompanying person

During the inpatient program, an accompanying person may stay with you in a room or hotel of your choice.

Hotel

During the outpatient program, you may live in a hotel of your choice. The managers will help you choose the most suitable options.

The hospital offers a full range of laboratory tests (general, hormonal, tests for infections, antibodies, tumor markers, etc.), genetic tests, various modifications of ultrasound scans, CT scans, MRI and PET / CT, angiography, myelography, biopsy and other examinations. Treatment with medications, endoscopic and robotic operations, stereotaxic interventions is carried out here, modern types of radiation therapy are also used. The hospital offers patients all the necessary therapeutic techniques.

  • Endovascular treatment of liver pathologies with LigaSureTM, Ultracision® and Habib®-Sealer devices
  • Correction of chest deformities in children (Nass operation)
  • Minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass grafting
  • Replacement of ascending aorta (David procedure)
  • Operations using the da Vinci robotic system

These are primary lung tumors and metastases in the lungs, benign and malignant liver pathologies, thyroid pathologies, gastroesophageal reflux disease, heart rhythm disturbances and heart failure, infertility, fibromyalgia, damages and pathologies of large joints, polyneuropathy and other diseases.

  • Thoracic surgery
  • Cardiac surgery
  • Urology
  • Orthopedics and traumatology
  • Obstetrics and gynecology

The hospital's team consists of more than 13,000 highly qualified employees