Madelung’s Deformity of the wrist
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Madelung’s Deformity of the wrist

Description Madelung’s deformity is an abnormality of the palmer ulnar part of the distal radial epiphysis in which progressive ulnar and volar tilt develops at the distal ulna. First described by Bt Malgaigne in 1855 and later by Madelung in 1878. Though congenital, it is obvious until late childhood and adolescence. It is a rare…