AI Article Synopsis
- Brachymetatarsia is when one or more bones in your foot, called metatarsals, are shorter than they should be by 5 mm or more.
- This condition can cause foot pain and make your foot look different.
- Doctors might suggest surgery to make the bones longer, but there are different methods with their own pros and cons.
Article 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.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11044089 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1530/EOR-23-0011 | DOI Listing |
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