Fact-sheet: Multipartite hallux sesamoid


Updated on 02/03/2022 at 5:51 PM

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Definition

Normal variant frequently observed (in up to 33% of hallux sesamoids).

Bipartite form more common than tripartite.

More often affects the medial (tibial) sesamoid than the lateral (fibular) one.

Bilateral in 50 to 85% of cases.