Local gigantism

Local gigantism affecting second toe of a child

Local gigantism or localised gigantism is a condition in which a certain part of the body acquires larger than normal size due to excessive growth of the anatomical structures or abnormal accumulation of substances. It is more common in fingers and toes, where it is termed macrodactyly. However, sometimes an entire limb may be enlarged.[1]

  1. ^ Kyriakidis I, Pelagiadis I, Katzilakis N, Stiakaki E (2025). "Approach to Macrodactyly: A Case Report and Diagnostic Algorithm for Syndromic and Isolated Forms". Pediatr Rep. 17 (2): 32. doi:10.3390/pediatric17020032. PMC 11932304. PMID 40126231.

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