External epiphysiolysis with caput valga. Apropos of 2 cases
Brichaux, J.C.; Pontallier, J.R.; Diard, F.; Chateil, J.F.; Tortey, P.; Castel, J.C.
Chirurgie Pediatrique 29(1): 39-42
1988
ISSN/ISBN: 0180-5738 PMID: 3396138 Document Number: 321257
External epiphysiolysis with valgus slip of the femoral epiphysis is rare. The authors report two such chronic cases, one unilateral and the other bilateral. This disorder complicates a coxa valga with a reversed cephalic growth plate, downward and externally. This coxa valga which appears constitutional is sometimes associated with an increase in femoral antetorsion. Treatment is the same as classical varus slip of the femoral epiphysis.