Spontaneous resolution of angular deformity of the distal femur in focal fibrocartilaginous dysplasia: a case report.

Abstract

Focal fibrocartilaginous dysplasia (FFCD) is a rare cause of angular deformities around the knee in children. The FFCD lesion most commonly affects the proximal tibia and less commonly the distal femur. We report a case of distal femoral varus deformity secondary to FFCD. Spontaneous resolution of the deformity occurred during a 7-year period. Previous reported femoral cases showed progressive deformity and required treatment with soft-tissue releases with or without osteotomy. This is the first reported femoral case of spontaneous resolution of angular deformity secondary to FFCD. We recommend a trial of observation for distal femoral lesions before surgical intervention.

• Authors: Ahmed M Thabet, Mohan V Belthur, John E Herzenberg
• Journal: Journal of pediatric orthopedics. Part B (J Pediatr Orthop B) Vol. 19 Issue 2 Pg. 161-3 (Mar 2010) ISSN: 1473-5865 [Electronic] United States
• PMID: 20051915 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Bone Diseases, Developmental (diagnostic imaging)
• Cartilage Diseases (diagnostic imaging)
• Female
• Femur (diagnostic imaging)
• Fibrous Dysplasia of Bone (diagnostic imaging)
• Humans
• Infant
• Radiography