Reverse V Osteotomy of the Distal Humerus for the Correction of Cubitus Varus

Abstract

Introduction: Cubitus varus deformity is triplanar, consisting of sagittal, coronal, and rotational components. There are numerous osteotomy techniques proposed in the past to address the correction of this deformity. Most osteotomies are aimed at correcting varus components only and are labelled as uniplanar osteotomies. The goal of the osteotomy is to correct the alignment of the elbow joint to a normal range of 5 to 15 degrees and create a stable joint. Cubitus varus deformity in children is a late complication of supracondylar humerus fracture.