An Alternative Surgical Approach to Pseudoainhum: A Case Report.

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. Copyright © 2016 American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

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Kelly M Pirozzi, Jason Piraino. An Alternative Surgical Approach to Pseudoainhum: A Case Report. The Journal of foot and ankle surgery : official publication of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. 2016 May-Jun;55(3):605-8

PMID: 26961414

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