Leg lengthening: patient selection and management in achondroplasia.

Current concepts in limb lengthening in short stature are discussed together with management protocol and a review of 32 patients undergoing surgery using the three surgical techniques of lengthening. Limb lengthening in achondroplasia requires careful planning. Decisions must be reached regarding the suitability of the patient, timing of surgery, and the amount of lengthening.