Two-Stage Operation Over a Period of 7 Years for a Patient with Macrodactyly: A Case Report
10.14193/jkfas.2023.27.1.24
- Author:
Yong-Uk KWON
1
;
Young-Chae SEO
;
Ga-Won JEON
;
Hyo-Young LEE
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Inje University Busan Paik Hospital, Busan, Korea
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Journal of Korean Foot and Ankle Society
2023;27(1):24-29
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Macrodactyly of the toe is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by the overgrowth of a digit/digits in the foot and is one of the most difficult conditions to treat. Since the condition alters functionality and appearance, the treatment goal is to restore function and cosmetically enhance the appearance. Various surgical techniques are used for toe macrodactyly, including amputation, debulking, and epiphysiodesis. Herein, we present a case of a six-year-old patient with a second toe macrodactyly who was successfully treated with a twostage operation over a seven-year period. We initially performed an ostectomy of the middle phalanx with a fusion of the proximal and distal phalanges and then performed a soft tissue debulking procedure.
