[The past, present and future of the control of axial alignment of the lower extremity in high tibial osteotomy].

Abstract

High tibial osteotomy(HTO) is an effective method for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis by transferring the weight bearing line to the lateral tibial plateau, which can significantly reduce the pressure and cartilage lesion of medial knee compartment.However, under- and over-correction of weight bearing line can lead to early postoperative failure.It is necessary to define the standard of axis correction, make correct preoperative plan, ensure the accuracy of operation and consider the risk factors of under- and over-correction of axis.With the advent of the era of intelligent medicine, the application of patient-specific instrumentation technology based on three dimention printing and navigation technology will help to achieve the precise control of axial alignment in high tibial osteotomy.