Physeal bridge is a lesion of the growth plate in children that causes an alteration in the growth of the bones themselves and therefore a progressive deformity and shortening of the bone.
We use modern and excellent surgical techniques to intervene on the pathology “Physeal bridge“
Physeal bridge is a lesion of the growth plate in children that causes an alteration in the growth of the bones themselves and therefore a progressive deformity and shortening of the bone.
Physeal bridge generally occurs following trauma or infection of the growth plate. In some cases, the cause cannot be determined.
A Physeal bridge represents an area of ossification that “binds” the epiphysis and metaphysis of a bone and prevents the cartilage from growing normally. This has consequences that depend on various factors.
Physeal bridge: consequences
If the Physeal bridge is very extensive and if it particularly affects the central area of the growth plate, the damage to growth will be significant, causing shortening of the bone.
If the Physeal bridge is small and located in the peripheral part of the growth plate, the effect will be a progressive deviation of the axis.
Generally, lesions of the growth plate cause both shortening and deviation at the same time.
Physeal bridge: treatment
Treatment requires experienced centers.
In specific cases, direct treatment of the bridge may be considered.
In other cases, the consequences must be treated by performing corrective surgery, epiphysiodesis, osteotomies and lengthening (please refer to the relevant information sheets).
OrthoChildren Center performs all these procedures.
