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Arthroplasty of the fifth digit.

B M Dobbs

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This article deals with the etiology, pathomechanics, and treatment of the varus rotated toe. Various surgical principles and techniques are demonstrated, from elliptical derotating procedures to Z and V-Y skin flaps for the more severe deformity.

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This article deals with the etiology, pathomechanics, and treatment of the varus rotated toe. Various surgical principles and techniques are demonstrated, from elliptical derotating procedures to Z and V-Y skin flaps for the more severe deformity.

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This article deals with the etiology, pathomechanics, and treatment of the varus rotated toe. Various surgical principles and techniques are demonstrated, from elliptical derotating procedures to Z and V-Y skin flaps for the more severe deformity.

Key concepts: Medicine, Numerical digit, Arthroplasty, Etiology, Deformity, Surgery, Pathology, Arithmetic

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