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Hammertoe Deformity eMedicine Orthopedics

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Description: Author: Anthony Watson, MD, Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Foot and Ankle Program, Allegheny General Hospital
Hammertoe deformity is the most common deformity of the lesser toes. It primarily comprises flexion deformity of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint of the toe, with hyperextension of the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) and distal interphalangeal (DIP) joints
Synonyms and related keywords: claw toe, toe deformity, foot deformity, deformed toe, deformed foot lesser-toe deformity, deformity of the lesser toes, Morton foot, Morton's foot

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Added: Tue Oct 23 2007