Congenital Bowing of Long Bones
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What is the definition of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones?
Bowing of long bones congenital is a rare bone disease characterized by symmetric or asymmetric shortness and bowing of long bones in the arms and legs. This is condition is mainly involves bones in the legs and results in limbs with limited extension at the knees.
What are the causes of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones?
Bowing of Long Bones Congenital is a genetic birth defect. It can be difficult to accurately diagnose and often requires genetic tests to identify the specific dysplasia.
What are the symptoms of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones?
Bowing of Long Bones Congenital is usually detected in prenatal ultrasounds. The primary symptom is bowing of the tibia in the lower leg.
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What are the current treatments for Congenital Bowing of Long Bones?
The use of casts or orthotic braces can stabilize the affected limb. It is important to support the limb and prevent fractures. The specific bracing depends on the age of the child and will change as the child ages. Minor deformities can be treated with orthotic braces or shoe lifts. More severe deformities may require surgery to correct, such as limb lengthening or bone grafting. In cases with multiple failed surgeries amputation may be necessary.
Who are the top Congenital Bowing of Long Bones Local Doctors?
Experienced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones
Dr. Gayatri B. Jaishankar
Pediatrics
Experienced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones
Dr. Gayatri B. Jaishankar
Pediatrics

ETSU Physicians & Associates- Pediatrics

325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
Johnson City, TN 
423-439-7320
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Jaishankar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Delayed Growth, Van Der Woude Syndrome, and Stork Bite. Dr. Jaishankar is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

Experienced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones
Dr. Renee M. Turchi
Pediatrics
Experienced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones
Dr. Renee M. Turchi
Pediatrics

St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Specials Needs - E. Erie Avenue

160 E Erie Ave, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-427-8363
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Turchi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Delayed Growth, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), and Microcephaly. Dr. Turchi is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones
Dr. Theresa A. Grebe
Pediatrics
Advanced in Congenital Bowing of Long Bones
Dr. Theresa A. Grebe
Pediatrics

Phoenix Children's Hospital - Genetics

1919 E Thomas Rd, 
Phoenix, AZ 
602-933-4363
Languages Spoken:
English
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Theresa Grebe is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Grebe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Bowing of Long Bones. She is also highly rated in 96 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chromosome 6 Uniparental Disomy, Temple Syndrome, Congenital Bowing of Long Bones, and DiGeorge Syndrome. Dr. Grebe is board certified in Medical Genetics And Genomics Clin Genetics & Genomic. Dr. Grebe is currently accepting new patients.

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