Non Standard Deviation – Managing angular deformities around the knee in young age

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Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics | Vol 8 | Issue 1 |  Jan-Jun 2023 | page: 32-37 | Binoti Sheth

DOI: 10.13107/jcorth.2023.v08i01.559

Author: Binoti Sheth [1]

[1] Department of Orthopaedics, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and General Hospital, Sion, Mumbai, India.

Address of Correspondence
Dr. Binoti Sheth, MS, DNB, FCPS, D. Orth.
Professor and Head of Unit, Department of Orthopaedics, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and General
Hospital, Sion, Mumbai, India.
E-mail: binotisheth@yahoo.com

Abstract

Angular deformities around the knee in children are common presentations in day to day practice. While some of the deformities are physiological that need careful observation, the others are pathological and need timely medical or surgical intervention. Systematic evaluation of the deformity is the first step in making the correct decision about the management. The right choice of treatment, the correct timing and perfect execution of the technique are necessary for optimum outcome. This article describes the aetiology, clinicoradiological evaluation and management of angular deformities around the knee in children.

Keywords: Knee, Angular deformity, Children.

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How to Cite this article: Sheth B. Non Standard Deviation – Managing angular deformities around the knee in young agee. Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics Jan-Jun 2023;8(1):32-37.

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