Metatarsus adductus

Metatarsus adductus is a type of foot deformity where there is medial deviation of the first metatarsal +/- medial displacement of the metatarsals on the cuneiform.

Epidemiology

It is considered the most common congenital foot abnormality.

Pathology

It can be congenital or acquired.

Associations

• hallux valgus deformity
• congenital talipes equinovarus
• developmental dysplasia of the hip

Radiographic features

Plain radiograph

Best assessed on a weightbearing dorsoplantar foot radiograph. The intermetatarsal angle is increased.

See also

• skew foot

Siehe auch:

• Sgarlato-Winkel

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