A limb length discrepancy is a difference between the lengths of the arms or legs. It can be caused by growth disturbance resulting from illness, injury, bone diseases, or other factors such as accidents or surgery resulting in bone loss. Limb lengthening surgery involves surgical procedures to encourage bone growth in the legs or arms. One to many surgeries might be required to lengthen the bones and soft tissues in the limbs.
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