Surgery done to fix hammer toe, which is a deformity that causes the toe to bend inwards at the first joint, is called hammer toe surgery. Depending on the severity, the surgical options are tendon transfer, joint resection, fusion, and amputation.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, sedation is common, as it will ease the doctor to do the procedure, and also it calms you during the procedure.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I appreciate the confidence you place in me for your healthcare consultation. There are chances that it could be broken, hence, you need to take an X-ray of the toe.
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