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Elbow: cubitus varus

Post-traumatic varus elbow or cubitus varus is a deviation of the elbow axis into varus, secondary to a previous humeral fracture, generally a supracondylar fracture of the humerus or a fracture of the lateral condyle.
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Post-traumatic varus elbow or cubitus varus is a deviation of the elbow axis into varus secondary to a previous humeral fracture, generally a supracondylar fracture of the humerus or a fracture of the lateral condyle.

Post-traumatic varus elbow or cubitus varus: causes

This alteration is generally determined in two ways:

  • for a growth disorder affecting the growth plate of the humerus, caused by the fracture itself
  • for an incomplete reduction of the fracture at the time of fracture treatment

Post-traumatic varus elbow or cubitus varus: treatment

In case of significant limb deviation, corrective surgery may be considered to restore the correct axis and functionality of the elbow.

The timing of the intervention must be adequately evaluated by the pediatric orthopedic surgeon.

OrthoChildren center regularly carries out this type of intervention

Patients from abroad: can OrthoChildren Center treat foreign patients?

Yes, many patients come from all countries (Europe and USA):

  • the surgical equipe has a wide experience withthis condition
  • an intensive rehabilitation program can be included
  • the procedure is less expensive than in USA and other countries
  • Families take advantage of this opportunity to combine a trip to the beauties of Italy