Publications by authors named "Clint Hugh"
J Orthop Case Rep
June 2023
Article Synopsis
- Os vesalianum pedis (OVP) is a rare bone in the foot near the 5th metatarsal that is usually asymptomatic but can sometimes cause lateral foot pain and mimic an avulsion fracture.
- A case involving a 62-year-old man showed that his OVP was initially misdiagnosed as an avulsion fracture after he suffered an inversion injury.
- Treatment for OVP is generally conservative, though surgery may be required if non-surgical methods fail, highlighting the importance of correctly diagnosing it to avoid unnecessary procedures.
