Research Article

Recombinant Human Bone Morphogenetic Protein-2 (rhBMP-2) for the Treatment of Nonunion of the Femur in Children and Adolescents: A Retrospective Analysis

Table 3

Postoperative data.

PatientsDuration of follow-up (months)Number of operations with use of rhBMP-2Activities and brace at final follow-upRadiographic end point

1601Active, no restrictionsUnion

2731Active, no restrictions, shoe insert to compensate remaining leg length discrepancyUnion

361Non-weight-bearing, verticalizer, knee-ankle-foot orthosisNonunion

4171Active, using crutches part-time, knee-ankle-foot orthosisUnion

51001Active, no restrictionsUnion