[Combined treatment of crural shortening and calcaneus-malleolar conflict using the Ilizarov distractor].

The complex mode of treatment for crural shortening and calcaneus-malleolar conflict with Ilizarov distractor in 3 children is presented. The management resulted in fast ossification of the distal tibial epiphysis, adequate position of displaced lateral malleolus and correction of the tarsal varus as well as angular deformity of the tibia. The importance of timing for this kind of treatment is emphasized by the author.