[Evaluation of surgical treatment for congenital over-riding fifth toe]

Results of treatment for congenital varus fifth toe in 18 patients (20 feet) are discussed. The age at operation ranged from 2 to 28 years, different procedures were performed. The patients were followed-up for 1-8 years. Long extensor of the fifth toe transfer (Assman and Lapidus procedures) rendered better both cosmetic and functional results then corrective subcapital osteotomy of the fifth metatarsal.