Os Intermetatarseum and Polymetatarsia Without Polydactyly: A Case Report

Area of Science:

• Orthopedics
• Medical Genetics

Background:

• Nontraumatic bony foot abnormalities have varying reported incidences.
• Simultaneous presentation of rare foot anomalies in one individual is uncommon.

Observation:

• The article focuses on two specific, less common anomalies: fused os intermetatarseum and polymetatarsia without polydactyly.
• A case study details a 17-year-old patient presenting with both fused os intermetatarseum and polymetatarsia.

Findings:

• The etiology, symptomology, diagnosis, and treatment of each anomaly are reviewed.
• The relationship between fused os intermetatarseum and polymetatarsia is explored.
• The case illustrates the simultaneous occurrence of these distinct congenital foot malformations.

Implications:

• This case contributes to the understanding of rare congenital foot anomalies.
• It may inform diagnostic approaches and treatment strategies for patients with complex foot malformations.
• Further research into the genetic or developmental factors underlying co-occurring anomalies is warranted.