Introduction Although rare, congenital fibular deficiency (CFD), also called fibular hypoplasia and fibular hemimelia, is the most common congenital long bone deficiency, with an approximate incidence of 7.4 to 20 per 1 million live births. Clinical features CFD is usually apparent at birth and can vary from mild limb inequalities and asymmetry to severe shortening, with a wide range of associated anomalies , including knee , femur , foot and ankle and might be associated with upper limb deformities Classification 2 well known classifications 1- Achterman and Kalamchi Classification System for Congenital Fibular Deficiency Anatomic and based on radiographic features. 2- BIRCH classification , according to the foot preservation Management 1- Non operative , in mild cases 2- Operative includes , epiphysiodesis , amputation and reconstructive surgery Conclusion : Congenital absent fibula should be assessed as a whole limb deformity It is a team work action , not only surgery Should acknowledge the culture of the people and involve the family in the decision

Conference Title

Jordan orthopedic society annual meeting Oct 2015

Conference Country

Palestine

Conference Date

Jan. 1, 2016 - Jan. 1, 2016

Conference Sponsor

jordanian orthopedic society