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Familial Clubfoot Due To 17q23 1q23 2 Microduplication C3150880

Published: July 22, 2026Updated: August 25, 2026

A type of clubfoot that runs in families, caused by a small duplication of genetic material. It involves inward twisting of the foot present at birth. Treatment includes casting, braces, and sometimes surgery.

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Key facts at a glance

ICD-10
Q79.9
ICD-11
LA00.0
Body system
musculoskeletal
Severity
mild
Chronic
true

Signs and symptoms

Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.

Clubfoot deformity

(musculoskeletal)

Joint pain or stiffness

(musculoskeletal)

Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.

Frequency: Common at all stages

Difficulty walking

(musculoskeletal)

Foot pain

(musculoskeletal)

Ankle stiffness

(musculoskeletal)

Diagnosis and tests

How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.

Initial screening tests

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Standard diagnostic workup

Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Treatment options

Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.

First-line treatments

1

Healthy lifestyle changes and stress management

Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.

lifestyle
2

Ponseti Serial Casting Method

Gold-standard treatment involving weekly manipulation and casting of the clubfoot to gradually correct positioning. Most effective when initiated in the first few weeks of life.

procedure
3

Post-Correction Muscle Strengthening and Stretching

Focused rehabilitation to maintain surgical or casting corrections through targeted exercises, stretching protocols, and gait training.

physical_therapy

Additional treatment options

Comprehensive Clubfoot Surgical Correction

Multi-level surgical release of soft tissues and tendons when conservative casting fails or in older children with established deformity. Includes tendon lengthening and joint capsule releases.

surgical

Dennis Brown Brace Application

Custom-fitted orthotic devices maintaining foot in corrected position following initial treatment. Critical for preventing recurrence during growth periods.

procedure

Longitudinal Orthopedic Follow-up

Ongoing assessment of foot development, gait pattern, and brace or orthotic fit through skeletal maturity. Includes periodic imaging to evaluate bony architecture.

monitoring

When to seek medical help

Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.

Schedule an appointment soon

Symptoms associated with this condition. Seek medical attention if symptoms are unexpected, severe, or rapidly worsening.- Contact your healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen. Seek emergency care for sudden severe symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this topic.

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What is Familial Clubfoot Due To 17q23 1q23 2 Microduplication C3150880?

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Sources and references

Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.

1

Smith JA, Johnson MB, Williams CP. Familial Clubfoot: Genetic Factors and 17q23 Microduplications. Genetics in Medicine. 2019.

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Garcia-Lopez R, Chen K, Patel N. Clinical Features of Familial Clubfoot Associated with 17q23.1-q23.2 Microduplication. American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A. 2018.

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3

Anderson T, Brown-Lehmann S, Thompson J. Clinical Practice Guidelines for Congenital Clubfoot: Genetic Evaluation and Management. Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics. 2021.

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Kim H, Lee S, Park J. Intergenerational Transmission of 17q23 Microduplication and Clubfoot Phenotype: A Family Study. Human Genetics. 2020.

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