Abstract
Failure to diagnose and treat hypophosphatemic rickets during childhood resulted in stunted growth and progressive deformities of the lower limb. When the deformities were treated surgically, recurrent deformity and non-union of osteotomies developed, and further major opeative procedures were required to remedy these complications. Treatment from early childhood with oral phosphate and vitamin D improved the rate of growth and controlled the progression of bowleg deformity. Residual varus deformity was corrected by osteotomy through the proximal tibial metaphysis at skeletal maturity, when the results were predictable. Genu valgum deformity was corrected by stapling the medial part of the distal femoral epiphysis prior to skeletal maturity. With early postoperative mobilization and adequate medication, the complications of delayed tibial union and failure to correct the femoral valgus deformity were avoided.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
