Proximal focal femoral deficiency

Case contributed by Guilherme Pioli Resende
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

History of congenital femoral deficiency.

Patient Data

Age: 1 year
Gender: Male

Bilateral pelvic deformity, with dysplastic acetabula, absence of the left femoral head and short and tapered femoral segment proximally on the right limb, with shortened femoral segments and fusiform distal end. Findings compatible with class C proximal focal femoral deficiency.

Case Discussion

Congenital femoral deficiency compatible with Aitken's class C.

Contributed by Dr. Hemilianna Hadassa Silva Matozinho M.D. and Dr. Arthemizio Antônio Lopes Rocha M.D.

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