Equinus foot deformity

Case contributed by Guilherme Pioli Resende
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Apparent deformity of the feet and lameness.

Patient Data

Age: 3 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Loss of normal tibiocalcaneal alignment bilaterally, with anterior angle (about 180°) and posterior angle (<90°).

Case Discussion

Findings compatible with equine foot deformity. Differential diagnosis with congenital clubfoot (calcaneus equinism).

Contributed by Dr. Hemilianna Hadassa Silva Matozinho M.D. and Dr. Arthemizio Antônio Lopes Rocha M.D.

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