Cubitus varus deformity is result from
A. i.e. (Malunited supracondylar fracture humerus) (599 - Apley 8th)* Malunion is the commonest complication of supracondylar fracture and results in a cubitus varus deformity (Gun - stock deformity). This is because the fracture unites with the distal fragment tilted medially and in internal rotation.* Cubitus valgus - deformity results from fracture lateral condyl of humerus. This may result in late ulnar nerve palsy (Tardy ulnar nerve palsy)
Malunited supracondylar fracture humerus
Malunited lateral condyle fracture humerus
Fracture dislocation of elbow joints
Malunited capitullum fracture
Injuries Around Arm & Elbow