Introduction: Despite several techniques for corrective
osteotomy in congenital radioulnar synostosis (CRUS) the
published literature lacks a guide for radiographic planning
and rationale for the site and level of the osteotomy. The
primary objective of this study is to report a technique of
radiographically controlled corrective osteotomy using the
axis of rotation of the forearm in CRUS.
Materials and methods: Children with CRUS underwent
corrective osteotomy based on radiographic planning; the
extent of rotational correction and functional outcomes were
assessed at a mean of 27 months after the operation.
Results: Seven forearms in six children of an average of 6.25
years were assessed for correction and functional outcomes.
The average pre-operative pronation deformity was 71.5°.
The average correction achieved was 64°. At follow-up,
there were five excellent and two good functional outcomes.
All children could perform daily tasks besides eating with
hand and personal hygiene.
Conclusion: Radiographic determination of the osteotomy
sites by the method described is effective, consistent, and
reproducible in achieving optimal functional outcomes in
congenital radioulnar synostosis.