Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

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Direct Skeletal Fixation is not recommended to be available as a routine commissioning treatment option for transfemoral limb loss.

The clinical commissioning policy here is restricted for use in adults to avoid disruption of the growth plate in younger patients.

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Clinical commissioning policy: Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

Clinical commissioning policy: Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

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Published 19 January 2026.

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NHS England evidence review: Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

NHS England evidence review: Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

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Published 19 January 2026.

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Engagement report: Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

Engagement report: Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

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Published 19 January 2026.

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Clinical Priorities Advisory Group summary report: Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

Clinical Priorities Advisory Group summary report: Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

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Published 19 January 2026.

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Clinical panel report (Feb 2023): Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

Clinical panel report (Feb 2023): Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

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Published 19 January 2026.

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Clinical panel report (Dec 2022): Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

Clinical panel report (Dec 2022): Direct skeletal fixation for transfemoral limb loss (adults)

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Published 19 January 2026.