Congenital Hallux Varus (Atavistic Great Toe)

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Introduction
  • A adduction deformity of the great toe characterized by
    • deformity at metatarsophalangeal joint
    • short thick 1st metatarsal
    • firm band-like abductor hallucis muscle
  • Associated conditions
    • often associated with polydactyly
  • Must be differentiated from metatarsus adductus
Treatment
  • Nonoperative
    • observation alone
      • indicated for most cases
  • Operative
    • abductor hallucis muscle release
      • indicated in rare cases

 

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