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. 2010 Apr 2;469(1):264–273. doi: 10.1007/s11999-010-1332-6

Table 2.

Proposed classification for insufficient bone regenerate with intramedullary femoral lengthening

Class Defect length Failure of bone regenerate formation Defect character
I Any Partial failure of regenerate formation Partial cortical defect
IIa 3 cm or less Complete failure of regenerate formation Complete segmental defect
IIb Greater than 3 cm Complete failure of regenerate formation Complete segmental defect