Hyperostotic macrodactyly

J Hand Surg Am. 1988 Jul;13(4):544-8. doi: 10.1016/s0363-5023(88)80092-3.

Abstract

There is a rare and special type of macrodactyly that is called the hyperostotic variety. This disease occurs later than the classical forms of macrodactyly and shows massive osteocartilaginous deposits around the joints. A new case is reported. The cause of this disease could be previous trauma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Fingers / diagnostic imaging
  • Fingers / pathology*
  • Fingers / surgery
  • Humans
  • Hyperplasia / etiology
  • Radiography