title: An Alternative Surgical Approach to Pseudoainhum: A Case Report.
abstract: Pseudoainhum is a disorder of unknown etiology that is usually congenital and nonprogressive. One theory states it is caused by amnion band constriction in utero. These constriction bands lead, not only to a less cosmetically appealing foot, but also to long-term neurovascular compromise, resulting in amputation of the digit. The described surgical approaches have been limited within published data. The 2 procedures that have been described are either a Z-plasty or amputation, depending on the degree of the deformity. The present case report provides an alternative surgical approach to a pseudoainhum deformity of a third digit.
authors.affiliation: Private Practice, Scottsdale, AZ. Electronic address: kellypirozzi@gmail.com.
authors.forename: Kelly M
authors.initials: KM
authors.lastname: Pirozzi
authors.affiliation: Associate Professor and Chief, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Florida College of Medicine, Jacksonville, FL.
authors.forename: Jason
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Piraino
mesh_terms: D000387:Ainhum / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D000652:Amniotic Band Syndrome / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D003251:Constriction, Pathologic / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D004954:Esthetics; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D019060:Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods; D011859:Radiography / Q000379:methods; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D014034:Toes / Q000002:abnormalities*; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D055815:Young Adult
keywords: Streeter's dysplasia; annular defects; annular grooves; congenital constriction band; constriction rings; pseudoainhum