Image Based Question – 74149

This is the X-ray of a 7-year-old child. Identify the deformity:

A. Coxa vara

B. Coxa valgus

C. Coxa magna

D. Coxa saltans

Correct Answer » A Explanation

Ans: A. Coxa vara

• Coxa vara: Reduced neck shaft angle (<120°)
• Coxa valga: Increased neck shaft angle (>135°)
• Coxa saltans: It is also known as snapping hip, caused by motion of muscles and tendons over bony structures around the hip joint
• Coxa magna: It is the asymmetrical, circumferential enlargement and deformation of the femoral head and neck.