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The accessory navicular.

Peter A Ugolini1, Steven M Raikin

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1015 Chestnut Street, Suite 719, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.

Foot and Ankle Clinics
|April 6, 2004
PubMed
Summary

The accessory navicular bone can cause foot pain and requires proper diagnosis. Treatment, ranging from conservative methods to surgery, is often successful with careful patient selection and tailored plans.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Podiatry
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • The accessory navicular is a common anatomical variation in the human foot.
  • It is a frequent cause of medial foot pain, particularly in specific age groups.
  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnostic modalities for accessory navicular.
  • To discuss current and emerging treatment strategies.
  • To emphasize the importance of individualized patient care.

Main Methods:

  • Review of diagnostic imaging techniques (e.g., X-ray, MRI).
  • Analysis of conservative treatment options.
  • Evaluation of surgical resection and fusion techniques.
  • Literature review of outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Imaging is essential for diagnosing symptomatic accessory navicular ossicles.
  • Conservative treatments are the initial approach.
  • Surgical options include resection and fusion, with varying PTT insertion management.
  • Successful outcomes depend on precise diagnosis and tailored treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Accessory navicular bone is a key consideration for medial foot pain.
  • A combination of imaging and clinical evaluation is often necessary.
  • Individualized treatment plans, considering both conservative and surgical options, are vital for successful outcomes.

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