Medial Opening Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy: How I Do It

Opening wedge high tibial osteotomy allows correction of alignment deformities in all planes, particularly in planned alterations to the tibial slope in the sagittal direction. In addition, corrections of 5° or less are easier to achieve than with closing wedge osteotomy. This technique has been previously described with favorable results. Throughout the procedure, attention to detail is essential for minimizing the potential for complications.