Complications

Complication
Timeframe
Likelihood
short term
low

Due to the close proximity of vessels, bleeding and a pseudoaneurysm have been reported during percutaneous Achilles tenotomy.[52][53][54]

variable
high

Likelihood is high in resource-poor settings. Untreated clubfoot may result in extensive disability for the child, and negative socio-economic impact upon the child's family.

variable
low

Inappropriate casting may lead to skin breakdown, increased cavus deformity, rocker-bottom deformity, recurrence of clubfoot, and poor overall correction.[14][51]

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