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Pseudoainhum is a disorder of unknown etiology that is usually congenital and nonprogressive. One theory states it is caused by amnion band constriction in utero. These constriction bands lead, not only to a less cosmetically appealing foot, but also to long-term neurovascular compromise, resulting in amputation of the digit. The described surgical approaches have been limited within published data. The 2 procedures that have been described are either a Z-plasty or amputation, depending on the degree of the deformity. The present case report provides an alternative surgical approach to a pseudoainhum deformity of a third digit.
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Ainhum/cirurgia , Síndrome de Bandas Amnióticas/cirurgia , Constrição Patológica/cirurgia , Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica/métodos , Dedos do Pé/anormalidades , Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Síndrome de Bandas Amnióticas/diagnóstico por imagem , Constrição Patológica/diagnóstico por imagem , Estética , Feminino , Humanos , Procedimentos Cirúrgicos Minimamente Invasivos/métodos , Exame Físico/métodos , Radiografia/métodos , Resultado do Tratamento , Adulto JovemAssuntos
Ainhum/tratamento farmacológico , Dedos do Pé , Adulto , Ainhum/diagnóstico , Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Anestésicos Locais/uso terapêutico , Anti-Inflamatórios/uso terapêutico , Anti-Inflamatórios não Esteroides/uso terapêutico , Humanos , Lidocaína/uso terapêutico , Naproxeno/uso terapêutico , Radiografia , Triancinolona/uso terapêuticoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Vohwinkel syndrome or keratoderma hereditaria mutilans is a rare autosomal dominant palmoplantar keratosis which manifests in infants and becomes more evident in adulthood. Patients with this mutation present hyperkeratosis of the palms and soles, constricting bands of the digits, usually at the fifth, and starfish-shaped hyperkeratosis on the dorsal aspects of the hands and feet. The disease mostly occurs in white women, where constricting fibrous bands appear on the digits and can lead to progressive strangulation and auto-amputation (pseudo-ainhum). AIM: The treatment of this keratoderma is very difficult and tends to be symptomatic: topical keratolytics and systemic retinoids have been used to treat hyperkeratosis, but without consistent results. Reconstructive surgery is utilized for the treatment of pseudo-ainhum. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: In this study, we present an additional case of Vohwinkel syndrome in which constrictive bands of the fifth digit in the left hand were treated with a cross finger flap, with a favorable outcome after 18 months of follow-up.
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Ainhum/etiologia , Ainhum/cirurgia , Ceratodermia Palmar e Plantar Difusa/complicações , Ceratodermia Palmar e Plantar Difusa/cirurgia , Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica , Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Angiografia , Feminino , Dedos/irrigação sanguínea , Dedos/diagnóstico por imagem , Dedos/cirurgia , Humanos , Ceratodermia Palmar e Plantar Difusa/diagnóstico por imagem , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Retalhos CirúrgicosRESUMO
Ainhum (dactylolysis spontanea) is a distinct clinical and radiological disorder of dark-skinned people characterized by a progressive development of a constricting band encircling the toe which usually results in spontaneous amputation. Ainhum mainly occurs in African natives, but in times of global migration and tourism, Ainhum is likely to be more often encountered outside Africa. Even though the clinical presentation can mimic more common entities such as arthritis and trauma, the correct diagnosis and treatment is easy if one knows this unusual entity.
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Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Ainhum/cirurgia , Amputação Cirúrgica , Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica , Dedos do Pé/efeitos da radiação , Dedos do Pé/cirurgia , Adulto , Feminino , Humanos , Radiografia , Resultado do TratamentoRESUMO
We describe the case of an Italian Caucasian man with ainhum involving both big toes. Ainhum or dactylolysis spontanea is characterized by the development of a constricting band around a toe, which progresses to spontaneous autoamputation. It usually affects the fifth toe bilaterally, but in rare cases other toes may be involved. The disease occurs in Black people living in tropical regions but occasionally has been reported in persons having fair skin.
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Ainhum/diagnóstico , Ainhum/etnologia , Hallux , População Branca , Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Ainhum/patologia , Angiografia , Imagem Ecoplanar , Hallux/diagnóstico por imagem , Hallux/patologia , Humanos , Itália , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-IdadeRESUMO
Dactylolysis spontanea is an idiopathic condition affecting the fifth toe, and sometimes other toes, that is frequently bilateral, with lesions in different stages. Between 1977 and 1999, a total 6000 radiographic studies of the feet were reviewed in a mainly African American population in Chicago, Illinois. After an initial screening based on the Cole criteria, 581 patients were selected and re-examined, and amplification techniques were performed. After reviewing the complementary exams, 102 patients were diagnosed with dactylolysis spontanea or ainhum. Soft-tissue constriction was the most frequently presented radiological sign on the initial screening. Kurtosis at the digit plantar fold and marked rotation of the fifth toe were normal findings in asymptomatic patients. Demographics, comorbidities, and radiological findings were analyzed in the selected population. Associated diseases occurring in these patients appeared to have no specific etiologic correlation with ainhum. African Americans and the dark-skinned population are affected exclusively by this condition, presumably due to the fibrogenic tendency of these individuals. Early diagnosis and accurate staging of ainhum are facilitated by radiological examination of the feet. The findings suggest that this condition is underdiagnosed and overlooked because its low prevalence and variable clinical presentations that might mimic more common etiologies, including localized trauma.
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Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Dedos do Pé/diagnóstico por imagem , Adulto , Negro ou Afro-Americano , Idoso , População Negra , Chicago , Feminino , Doenças do Pé/diagnóstico por imagem , Humanos , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Radiografia , Distribuição AleatóriaRESUMO
Pseudoainhum is a rare condition of unknown etiology that produces digital constricting rings, most commonly on the small fingers. A thorough discussion of pseudoainhum in the plastic surgical literature is apparently lacking at this time. The authors describe the gross morphology, radiographic and laboratory features, and surgical pathology of the disease, and provide well-defined guidelines for its treatment.
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Ainhum/patologia , Dedos/patologia , Deformidades Adquiridas da Mão/patologia , Adulto , Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Ainhum/cirurgia , Constrição Patológica , Dedos/diagnóstico por imagem , Dedos/cirurgia , Deformidades Adquiridas da Mão/diagnóstico por imagem , Deformidades Adquiridas da Mão/cirurgia , Humanos , Ceratodermia Palmar e Plantar/patologia , Masculino , Radiografia , Recidiva , SíndromeAssuntos
Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Emergências , Idoso , Ainhum/cirurgia , Amputação Cirúrgica , Anestesia Local , Humanos , Masculino , RadiografiaRESUMO
Ainhum (dactolysis spontanea) is most frequently seen involving the fifth toes of black men. An atypical case involving the second toes bilaterally in a white male is presented. The differential diagnosis, radiological findings and pathological appearance of this rare entity are discussed.
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Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Humanos , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Radiografia , Dedos do Pé/diagnóstico por imagemAssuntos
Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , População Negra , Humanos , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Radiografia , Dedos do Pé , Estados UnidosAssuntos
Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Adulto , Ainhum/diagnóstico , Ainhum/patologia , Diagnóstico Diferencial , Humanos , Masculino , RadiografiaRESUMO
A 39 year old woman is reported who has congenital constrictions on several fingers and toes as well as on both lower legs. Ainhum and Ainhum-like syndromes are briefly discussed.
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Ainhum/diagnóstico , Adulto , Ainhum/diagnóstico por imagem , Ainhum/etiologia , Feminino , Dedos , Humanos , Perna (Membro) , Xerorradiografia/métodosRESUMO
Ainhum is a rare constricting band disease, usually affecting digits and resulting in spontaneous amputation. Prompt symptomatic relief and latter partial resolution of the fibrotic band followed intralesional steroid injection in the case presented.