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PATHOANATOMY

v. Skin : develops adaptive shortening on the medial side

of sole. Deep crease on the medial side and dimples on

the lateral aspect of the ankle and midfoot.

vi. Secondary changes : occur in the foot if child starts

walking on the deformed feet. Weight bearing

exaggerates the deformity.Callositiesand bursae

develop over the bony prominence on lateral side of

foot.

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