English: Leg length measurement on X-rays (female at 9 years), generally as part of the workup for unequal leg length. Measuring points in this example:
Femur length: The superior aspect of the femoral head and the distal portion of the medial femoral condyle.
Tibial length: The medial tibial plateau and the tibial plafond
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(2008). "Methods for Assessing Leg Length Discrepancy". Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research466 (12): 2910–2922. DOI:10.1007/s11999-008-0524-9. ISSN0009-921X.
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