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PubMed1992

Vascularized toe-to-finger joint transplantation. 11 patients followed for 4 years.

Since 1983, we have transplanted 11 free vascularized joints in 8 men and 3 women, mean age 32 years. The causes of joint involvement were trauma in 9 cases and infection in 2. One MP and 10 PIP joints of the second toe were transplanted to 3 MP and 8 PIP joints of the fingers. After a mean postoperative follow-up period of 4 years, the mean postoperative range of motion was 31 degrees compared with 16 degrees preoperatively. Radiographs showed destruction of 4 PIP joints, probably caused by vascular failure in 2 joints and infection in 2. In spite of no evidence of arthrosis, some of the joints had gradually undergone a loss of extension. Although there are some problems that should be overcome, we advocate a free vascularized toe-joint transplantation for severe finger-joint destruction without extensive surrounding soft-tissue damage.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2003

Finger or toe: the molecular basis of limb identity.

Despite their obvious similarities, the forelimbs and hindlimbs of tetrapod vertebrates have evolved distinct structural elements to carry out their discrete functions. Many genes required for limb initiation and patterning are involved in regulatory networks common to both limb-types. Other genes are differentially expressed between forelimb and hindlimb, and have been implicated in the initiation of limb bud outgrowth and the specification of limb-type identity. In this review, I will discuss the current understanding of how genes that control limb identity interact with regulatory networks common to both appendages to produce the fingers of the hand and toes of the foot.

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PubMed1998

[Pigmented nodular tenosynovitis. A misdiagnosed etiology of isolated tumefaction of fingers or toes].

BACKGROUND: Pigmented nodular tenosynovitis (more commonly called giant cell tumor) is a benign tumor of synovial joint or tendon sheaths. CASE REPORT: A 17-year-old girl had a tumefaction of the first toe. The mass was firm and painless and had been present for one year. Radiological studies revealed a cystic area of the first phalanx. Magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated a poorly vascularized tissular lesion. Surgical excision of the tumor was performed. Macroscopic and histologic findings confirmed the diagnosis of pigmented nodular tenosynovitis. DISCUSSION: Clinical and radiological aspects of nodular tenosynovitis are characteristic. This diagnosis should be made by dermatologists. Eighty percent of cases occur in fingers and more rarely in toes. Patients are usually females (60 p. 100). A subcutaneous mass is the most common presenting sign whereas pain or joint swelling are rare. Optimal treatment is surgical resection. The only risk is recurrence (20 p. 100).

Adolescent↗