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What is the definition of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones?

Bowing of long bones congenital is a rare bone disease characterized by symmetric or asymmetric shortness and bowing of long bones in the arms and legs. This is condition is mainly involves bones in the legs and results in limbs with limited extension at the knees.

What are the causes of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones?

Bowing of Long Bones Congenital is a genetic birth defect. It can be difficult to accurately diagnose and often requires genetic tests to identify the specific dysplasia.

What are the symptoms of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones?

Bowing of Long Bones Congenital is usually detected in prenatal ultrasounds. The primary symptom is bowing of the tibia in the lower leg.

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What are the current treatments for Congenital Bowing of Long Bones?

The use of casts or orthotic braces can stabilize the affected limb. It is important to support the limb and prevent fractures. The specific bracing depends on the age of the child and will change as the child ages. Minor deformities can be treated with orthotic braces or shoe lifts. More severe deformities may require surgery to correct, such as limb lengthening or bone grafting. In cases with multiple failed surgeries amputation may be necessary.

Who are the top Congenital Bowing of Long Bones Local Doctors?

Experienced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones

Dr. Subhashini S. Valavalkar

Pediatrics

Experienced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones

Dr. Subhashini S. Valavalkar

Pediatrics

11503 Nw Military Hwy, Ste 113,

San Antonio, TX

210-705-5151

Languages Spoken:

English

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Subhashini Valavalkar is a Pediatrics provider in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Valavalkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Bowing of Long Bones, Scarlet Fever, Herpangina, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

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Dr. Mark L. Miller

Pediatric Orthopedics | Orthopedics

Experienced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones

Dr. Mark L. Miller

Pediatric Orthopedics | Orthopedics

1 Childrens Pl, Ste 1b,

Saint Louis, MO

314-514-3500

Languages Spoken:

English

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Mark Miller is a Pediatric Orthopedics specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones. His top areas of expertise are Claw Foot, Clubfoot, Congenital Femoral Deficiency, Osteotomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

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Experienced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones

Dr. Melissa L. Lawhon

Pediatrics

Experienced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones

Dr. Melissa L. Lawhon

Pediatrics

2518 Bert Kouns Loop,

Shreveport, LA

318-212-5437

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Melissa Lawhon is a Pediatrics provider in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Lawhon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones. Her top areas of expertise are Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Sunken Fontanelles, Congenital Bowing of Long Bones, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Lawhon is currently accepting new patients.