Is dual 8-plate technique as effective as ablation for epiphysiodesis about the knee?
Our study demonstrated physeal ablation to be a significantly superior treatment compared with dual 8-plates for epiphysiodesis. Despite theoretical advantages of 8-plates to perform epiphysiodesis about the knee, this study does not recommend the use of medial and lateral 8-plates to effect epiphysiodesis.
Spironolactone may be considered as a treatment option for selected chronic haemodialysis patients with heart disease.