epiphyseal angle

Coxa Vara

Definition

 

Deformity of proximal femur with neck-shaft angle <125°

 

Characterised by

- coxa vara

- decreased femoral anteversion

- limp / trendelenberg

- stress fractures

- early OA

 

Classification   

 

"ACDDC"

 

Acquired

 

2° to underlying disorder

- rickets