Glossary term
Consolidation
The biological process in which newly formed bone hardens and mineralizes.
Updated 2026-02-240 aliases1 sourceUsed across articles and safety pages
Definition
Consolidation is the phase in which the regenerate formed during distraction mineralizes and matures while fixation continues to protect it. Progress is assessed with serial imaging and clinical findings; it is not complete on a fixed calendar date or after a universal number of days per centimeter. [1]
Updated 2026-02-24
Sources
- Barakat AH et al. - Lengthening Nails for Distraction Osteogenesis: A Review of Current Practice and Presentation of Extended Indicationsacademic_journalAccessed 2026-07-12
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