title: Elongation of the first metatarsal.
abstract: A case is described in which a 30% elongation of the first metatarsal was achieved by gradual distraction with a mini-Hoffman device. The procedure resulted in considerable cosmetic improvement.
mesh_terms: D001852:Bone Lengthening / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008684:Metatarsus / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000601:surgery