Complete duplication of an accessory first ray.
A case report of an accessory metatarsal located between the first and second metatarsals is presented. This rudimentary accessory ray caused a splay foot deformity that made it difficult for the patient to walk comfortably in shoes. In reviewing the literature, there has been very little reported on the complete duplication of a metatarsal, as described by Venn-Watson. The authors will discuss the proper treatment of, and review the classifications associated with, this deformity.
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Orthopaedic Surgery Department, Hadassah University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel.
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D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D005532:Foot Deformities, Congenital / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D008682:Metatarsal Bones; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods; D011859:Radiography