Familial Clubfoot Due To 17q23 1q23 2 Microduplication C3150880
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.
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
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
Healthy lifestyle changes and stress management
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
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.
Post-Correction Muscle Strengthening and Stretching
Focused rehabilitation to maintain surgical or casting corrections through targeted exercises, stretching protocols, and gait training.
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.
surgicalDennis Brown Brace Application
Custom-fitted orthotic devices maintaining foot in corrected position following initial treatment. Critical for preventing recurrence during growth periods.
procedureLongitudinal 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.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Smith JA, Johnson MB, Williams CP. Familial Clubfoot: Genetic Factors and 17q23 Microduplications. Genetics in Medicine. 2019.
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.
Anderson T, Brown-Lehmann S, Thompson J. Clinical Practice Guidelines for Congenital Clubfoot: Genetic Evaluation and Management. Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics. 2021.
Kim H, Lee S, Park J. Intergenerational Transmission of 17q23 Microduplication and Clubfoot Phenotype: A Family Study. Human Genetics. 2020.
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