Hidden blood loss in dega osteotomy with varus derotation osteotomy is more pronounced than in varus derotation alone

J Pediatr Orthop B. 2026 Jan 1;35(1):67-74. doi: 10.1097/BPB.0000000000001284. Epub 2025 Aug 14.

Abstract

Level III - case-control study.

Keywords: developmental hip dysplasia; hidden blood loss; osteotomy; pediatrics; perioperative blood loss.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Blood Loss, Surgical*
  • Case-Control Studies
  • Child
  • Female
  • Hallux Valgus* / surgery
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Osteotomy* / adverse effects
  • Osteotomy* / methods