Patient-Reported Outcomes After Congenital Toe Syndactyly Repair with a Plantar Triangular Flap
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Abstract
BACKGROUND: Syndactyly of the toes is a common congenital malformation, yet there are few reports of long-term outcomes after toe syndactyly repair and its effect on well-being. In this study, we surveyed patients and parents of patients who underwent toe syndactyly repair to investigate the functional and psychological outcomes of their surgery. METHODS: We reviewed the medical records of all of the patients who underwent toe syndactyly repair using a plantar flap technique between January 1, 2010, and January 1, 2021. Parents or patients completed a survey assessing their opinion regarding cosmesis, function, and overall satisfaction. Independent observers used a modified Vancouver Scar Scale to evaluate surgical scars. RESULTS: A plantar flap technique was used for 19 syndactylous webs in nine patients. Complications included one instance of mild cellulitis and one instance of web creep requiring revision. Average follow-up time was 5.5 years. Overall, 88% of survey respondents were very or moderately satisfied with the surgical outcome. No patients had unwanted hair growth or a bothersome groin site scar. Average modified Vancouver Scar Scale score was 3.2. There was a perceived improvement in toe range of motion and hygiene after surgery. Patients who underwent first web space release could wear flip-flops. All of the respondents would recommend surgery for another child with toe syndactyly. CONCLUSIONS: Toe syndactyly repair can be performed with minimal complications and high parent/patient satisfaction. Survey results indicate that there may be functional and psychological benefits to undergoing toe syndactyly repair.
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Codex and Gemma teacher scores by category
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| Metaresearch | 0.000 | 0.001 |
| Meta-epidemiology (narrow) | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Meta-epidemiology (broad) | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Bibliometrics | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Science and technology studies | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Scholarly communication | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Open science | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Research integrity | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Insufficient payload (model declined to judge) | 0.000 | 0.000 |
Machine scores (provisional)
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Baseline scores from an immature model (maturity gate not passed, 7 training rounds). Scores rank; they never assert a category.
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