title: Arthroplasty of the fifth digit.
abstract: This article deals with the etiology, pathomechanics, and treatment of the varus rotated toe. Various surgical principles and techniques are demonstrated, from elliptical derotating procedures to Z and V-Y skin flaps for the more severe deformity.
mesh_terms: D001178:Arthroplasty / Q000379:methods*; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D003286:Contracture / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013710:Tendons / Q000601:surgery; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000601:surgery; D014034:Toes / Q000002:abnormalities / Q000601:surgery*