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Macrodactyly in blacks

F A Ofodile

    The Journal of Hand Surgery
    |November 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Macrodactyly, a rare condition of enlarged digits, is less common in Black individuals. When it occurs, macrodactyly in Black patients predominantly affects the toes, unlike in Caucasians where fingers are more commonly affected.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Science
    • Genetics
    • Orthopedics

    Background:

    • Macrodactyly is a rare congenital condition characterized by the enlargement of digits.
    • While documented in various populations, its prevalence and presentation may differ across ethnicities.
    • Previous literature suggests a higher incidence in non-Caucasian individuals, particularly concerning metatarsal hypertrophy.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report on cases of macrodactyly observed in Black patients.
    • To compare the affected digits (fingers vs. toes) in Black individuals with existing data from Caucasian populations.
    • To contribute to the understanding of ethnic variations in macrodactyly presentation.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective case review of fifteen patients diagnosed with macrodactyly.

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  • Documentation of affected digits (fingers or toes) for each case.
  • Comparison of findings with published literature on macrodactyly in different ethnic groups.

    • Main Results:

    • Fifteen cases of macrodactyly in Black patients were identified.
    • In three cases, macrodactyly affected the fingers.
    • In twelve cases, macrodactyly affected the toes, indicating a predilection for lower limb involvement in this cohort.

    Conclusions:

    • Macrodactyly appears to be less common in Black individuals compared to Caucasian populations.
    • In Black patients, macrodactyly predominantly affects the toes, contrasting with the finger-predominant presentation often seen in Caucasians.
    • The findings suggest potential ethnic-specific patterns in the manifestation of macrodactyly and associated conditions like metatarsal hypertrophy.