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Matías Sepulveda1,2,3, Gabriel Orellana1,2, Francisco Sanchez4,5
1Universidad Austral de Chile, Valdivia, Chile.
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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