Abstract
Morton neuroma is a common source of forefoot pain. This condition is more correctly termed as interdigital nerve compression and is not a true neuroma. Although Morton neuroma is a common diagnosis, debate exists as to the best surgical and nonsurgical treatments. This article discusses the pathogenesis, diagnosis, nonsurgical and surgical management, and surgical complications of this common disorder.
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MeSH terms
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Adult
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Decompression, Surgical / instrumentation
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Female
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Foot Diseases / diagnosis*
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Foot Diseases / pathology
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Foot Diseases / surgery
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Forefoot, Human / innervation*
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Forefoot, Human / surgery
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Humans
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Male
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Metatarsalgia / etiology*
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Middle Aged
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Neuroma / diagnosis*
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Neuroma / pathology
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Neuroma / surgery
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Peripheral Nerves / pathology
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Peripheral Nerves / surgery
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Peripheral Nervous System Neoplasms / diagnosis*
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Peripheral Nervous System Neoplasms / pathology
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Peripheral Nervous System Neoplasms / surgery
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Postoperative Complications / etiology
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Postoperative Complications / surgery
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Reoperation
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Surgical Instruments