Cubitus valgus

The cubitus valgus is a deformity of the elbow in which the forearm is stretched excessively radially. It can occur physiologically to 29 ° at an angle, it is more common and more pronounced in women than in men.

A congenital cubitus valgus is a symptom in Ullrich -Turner syndrome or Noonan syndrome. Acquired he comes after fractures or trauma before in the area of the elbow.

• Disease in orthopedic and trauma surgery