II. Epidemiology

  1. Presents at age 4 to 7 years old

III. Pathophysiology

  1. Tibia externally rotates with growth, up to age 4 to 7 years old

IV. Signs

  1. Thigh foot angle >30 degrees
  2. Out-toeing
    1. Foot Progression Angle positive (externally rotated foot)

V. Management

  1. Surgery is typically avoided until after age 10 years old
  2. Surgery may be considered for Thigh foot angle >20-30 degrees
  3. High complication rate with surgery

VI. Complications

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