Genu vara

It is also called bow legs. There is a medical angulation of leg in relation to thigh. There is outward curvature of femur and up to the age of 3 – 4 years children have a degree of varus normally.

Causes:

1.       Rickets

2.       Infections

3.       Tumor

4.       Trauma

Genu varum

Management:

·         One should always identify the cause and if possible should be treated.

·         Surgical osteotomy (Multi – disciplinary team)