Pseudo-articulation of metatarsals

Case contributed by Dinesh Brand
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Pain in the midfoot for investigation.

Patient Data

Age: 60
Gender: Male

There is evidence of a pseudo-articulation identified between the 2nd and 3rd metatarsal heads.

Case Discussion

The appearance of a pseudo-articulation may be seen in the presence of an exostosis directed towards an adjacent bony cortex.

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