Congenital dislocation of the knees--report on two cases treated without surgery and a review of the literature

Area of Science:

• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Pediatric Orthopaedics
• Congenital Deformities

Background:

• Congenital dislocation of the knees is a rare condition.
• Early intervention is crucial for managing pediatric musculoskeletal abnormalities.

Observation:

• Two cases of congenital knee dislocation were treated using orthopaedic methods.
• The primary deformity and associated symptoms were relatively benign.

Findings:

• Excellent functional results were achieved after a six-year follow-up period.
• Early treatment positively impacted the long-term prognosis.

Implications:

• This case report highlights the efficacy of timely orthopaedic intervention for congenital knee dislocation.
• The findings support current best practices in pediatric orthopaedic management.