Blount disease

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis almost certain

Patient Data

Age: Child
x-ray

Single frontal radiograph demonstrates loss of the medial aspect of the proximal tibial epiphysis, growth plate and to a lesser degree metaphysis. Features are those of Blount disease. 

Case Discussion

Typical features of Blount disease

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