Genu recurvatum in an adolescent girl: hypothetical etiology and treatment considerations. A case report.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Genu recurvatum may be the result of various bony or soft tissue deformities around the knee. We present a case of genu recurvatum with radiological features similar to those seen in infantile fibrocartilagenous dysplasia. The options for surgical treatment are described and discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Joint Deformities, Acquired
- Knee Joint
- Osteotomy
Anatomy
- knee
- tibia