Marcello Ilizarov

Marcello Ilizarov was a Soviet orthopedic surgeon best known for developing the Ilizarov apparatus, a revolutionary external fixing device used to lengthen bones and correct deformities. His techniques involve using circular frames and gradual adjustments to stimulate new bone growth, allowing for limb lengthening and complex fracture treatment. His work has significantly advanced orthopedic surgery, providing patients with safer, effective options for restoring mobility and correcting deformities.