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Brachymetatarsia
- Source :
- EFORT Open Reviews, Vol 9, Iss 4, Pp 235-240 (2024)
- Publication Year :
- 2024
- Publisher :
- Bioscientifica, 2024.
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Abstract
- Brachymetatarsia involves a reduction in length of one or more metatarsals. The affected metatarsal is shortened by 5 mm or more, altering the normal metatarsal parabola. In addition to being an aesthetic deformity, it can present with pain due to transfer metatarsalgia. A possible association with genetic disorders needs to be investigated during clinical evaluation. Surgical treatment may involve a one-stage lengthening procedure or progressive distraction, each having its advantages and limitations.
- Subjects :
- foot
pediatrics
osteogenesis
metatarsal
Orthopedic surgery
RD701-811
Subjects
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 20585241
- Volume :
- 9
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Directory of Open Access Journals
- Journal :
- EFORT Open Reviews
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsdoj.7a76ff12191c42c0afb11b2a6c7219cb
- Document Type :
- article
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1530/EOR-23-0011