Fibular Hemimelia: A Case Report

Authors

  • Dr. Dilip Lakhkar
  • Dr. Sangramsinh M. Bhagat
  • Dr. Sandeep R. Shinde

Keywords:

Fibula, Hemimelia, Talipes Valgus, Bowing Osteotomy

Abstract

Fibular hemimelia is a partial or complete aplasia of the fibula and is usually associated with other anomalies of tibia and foot. It is the most common malformation among the long bone deficiency disorders. On plain radiograph of the leg and foot, significant fibular deficiency can be seen. In this case report a 29 year old female presented with valgus deformity of right foot and was radiographically investigated and treated in our hospital.

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Published

2014-03-10

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Lakhkar , D. D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ., Bhagat , D. S. M. . . . ., & Shinde, D. S. R. . (2014). Fibular Hemimelia: A Case Report. VIMS Health Science Journal, 1(1), 23–25. Retrieved from https://vimshsj.edu.in/index.php/main/article/view/206

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Vol. 1 No. 1 (2014): March

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Case Report

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