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 socioeconomic 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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