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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Congenital clubfoot (talipes equinovarus)

Recommended: Clinical exam; X-rays only for severity / surgical planning is an acceptable imaging study for congenital clubfoot (talipes equinovarus). Diagnosis is clinical.

Recommended study

Clinical exam; X-rays only for severity / surgical planning

No contrast Acceptable Musculoskeletal Outpatient Reviewed

Diagnosis is clinical. Ponseti casting starts at 1-2 weeks of age.

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