Ainhum (dactylolysis spontanea): a case with hands and feet involvement

J Clin Rheumatol. 2013 Aug;19(5):277-9. doi: 10.1097/RHU.0b013e31829d517f.

Abstract

Dactylolysis spontanea is a rare disease of unknown etiology, basically restricted to digits without systemic involvement. It evolves, in the form of a local constriction, affecting typically the distal phalanx of the fifth toe, rarely involving other toes and even more rarely involving fingers as in the case described herein.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Ainhum / diagnosis*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Fingers
  • Humans
  • Toes