Humeroradioulnar Synostosis in an African Child: A Case Report

Abstract

This is a report of humeroradioulnar synostosis at left elbow, in a girl from Sokoto, Nigeria in whom there is no history of hereditary/congenital diseases. This case is the thirtieth reported in literature. This defect was not solitary. Plain radiography revealed other deformities: In the right upper limb, the  humerus, radius and ulna were well developed. There were three metacarpals and three fingers. In the left upper limb, there was humeroradioulnar  synostosis and partial radial hemimelia. There were two metacarpals and three fingers. Treatment was offered but the child was not brought back to the hospital. This is the first case of humeroradioulnar synostosis reported from Africa.

Keywords: Humeroradioulnar synostosis.