Presentation
Trauma
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
First metatarsophalangeal angle - hallux valgus
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Abnormal 1st metatarsophalangeal angle (measured 35°) consistent with hallux valgus. 5th metatarsal base fracture is also seen.
Case Discussion
The first metatarsophalangeal angle is between the axis of the1st metatarsal and the axis of the proximal phalanx of the 1st toe. Normal angle is less than 15°. Greater values indicate hallux valgus.