Summary
Description
Large or multiple lesions in the distal leg result in differential longitudinal growth of the tibia and fibula leading to valgus deformity of the ankle.
People and Age
Patients with osteochondromatosis present in early adulthood.
Symptoms and Presentation
A valgus overload of the ankle.
Brief desc of tx
Severe ankle deformity will not remodel, and supramalleolar osteotomy may be required to correct symptomatic valgus.
Tumor Name
Tumor Type
Benign or Malignant
Body region
Most Common Bones
Complete Information on this Tumor
Introduction and Definition
Large or multiple lesions in the distal leg result in differential longitudinal growth of the tibia and fibula leading to valgus deformity of the ankle.
Incidence and Demographics
Patients with osteochondromatosis present in early adulthood.
Symptoms and Presentation
A valgus overload of the ankle.
Treatment Options for this Tumor
Severe ankle deformity will not remodel, and supramalleolar osteotomy may be required to correct symptomatic valgus.
Outcomes of Treatment and Prognosis
The valgus deformity will remodel if these lesions are removed early.
