Congenital knee dislocation: A treatable deformity

Author(s): Dr. Vijaya Shankar K, Dr. A Senthilnathan, Dr. R Prabhakar and Dr. B Prasanth Jeeva Raam

Abstract: We report a case of late pre-term small for gestation girl baby presented with deformities of both knees at birth. X-rays were taken, which revealed dislocation of both knee joints. Treatment of congenital dislocation of knee with serial casting provided satisfactory results. Cases with delayed presentation or which does not improve with conservative treatment needed surgery. Delay in treatment may lead to long-term instability and stiffness. Importance should be given on immediate recognition and treatment of the condition.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/ortho.2022.v8.i1d.3016