Dr Shahab Mahboubian (North Hollywood, CA) 2015 Update

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General Information and response from Dr Shahab Mahboubian, based in North Hollywood CA. Contact for specific information and latest updates.
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Surgery Methods
PRECICE, Lengthening and Then Nailing (LATN), Lengthening Over Nail (LON), and ISKD
 
If the LATN or LON technique is used, patients can gain 8 cm or more, if their body accommodates the lengthening well.

The most up-to-date procedure uses an intra-medullary rod and is called the PRECICE technique. Most candidates are able to increase their height up to 8 cm with one lengthening procedure (usually femurs) without it being an issue. Additional lengthening of the tibias can be performed to increase height further. And, although age is always a consideration, the main concerns regarding candidacy is the health of your bones meaning that you don't have bone disease or infections. It is not recommended to perform lengthening on the femurs and tibias simultaneously due to higher complication rates including fat embolism, joint contracture and nerve damage.
 
The first step in the process is to determine if the Limb Lengthening procedure is right for you. To do this you will need to set up a consultation so that you can be properly evaluated. During the consultation, Dr. M will examine you and take x-rays of your legs. At that time you will be given all the necessary information including costs, duration and treatment options. You will be able to perform the distraction in the comfort of your own home. You will also not be completely wheelchair bound and will be able to stand and take a few steps for transfers. The recovery time is from 3-4 months before you can walk without any assistance and 6-8 months for competitive sports.

Cost
The approximate cost of the procedure is anywhere from $65K to $75K depending on the procedure, which includes the equipment, surgery fees, hospital fees, and post op visits during the lengthening stage. The entire cost must be paid in advance of the operation.

Contact
Dr. Shahab Mahboubian, D.O., MPH
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Website: www.HeightLengthening.com,  www.LLILA.com
Address: 10640 Riverside Drive, North Hollywood, CA 91602
Office: (818) 322-0126
Fax: (818) 755-8904

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Dr Mahboubian's 2019 Update

Devices used: STRYDE, PRECISE, Lengthening over Nail (LON), Lengthening and Then Nailing (LATN)

Preferred and recommended method for CLL: Stryde and/or Precice

Recommended segments for lengthening: Femurs- faster recovery (vs tibias), less pain, less complications, and less cost.

Can perform 4 segment lengthening by doing tibias first, then femurs 3-4 weeks later to gain the most height overall.

Costs can range from $75K-$80K for femurs using the Precice nails, $80K-$90K for tibias; add $10K to upgrade to the full weight bearing Stryde nails.