Webbed Toes
Webbed toes, also known as syndactyly, is a rare condition observed at birth. This condition is rare, and seen in only 1 in 2000 births. Webbed toes present with two or more toes that are partially or fully joined by a flexible skin bridge. In the feet, it is most commonly observed between the 2nd and 3rd toes. Depending on the digits involved, and degree of webbing, surgical correction may not be necessary.
Webbed toes can also be an intentional result of surgery to correct for toe deformities. In surgical procedures such as syndactylization, the lesser toes are webbed purposely to reduce interdigital maceration, or correct rotational deformities.
Webbed toes, also known as syndactyly, is a rare condition observed at birth. This condition is rare, and seen in only 1 in 2000 births. Webbed toes present with two or more toes that are partially or fully joined by a flexible skin bridge. In the feet, it is most commonly observed between the 2nd and 3rd toes. Depending on the digits involved, and degree of webbing, surgical correction may not be necessary.
Webbed toes can also be an intentional result of surgery to correct for toe deformities. In surgical procedures such as syndactylization, the lesser toes are webbed purposely to reduce interdigital maceration, or correct rotational deformities.