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metatarsophalangeal

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met·a·tar·so·pha·lan·ge·al (mt-tärs-f-lnj-l, -f-)
adj.
Of or relating to the metatarsal bones and the phalanges of the foot, especially the articulations between them.
metatarsophalangeal [met″ah-tahr″so-fah-lan´je-al]
pertaining to the metatarsus and the phalanges of the toes.
metatarsophalangeal
pertaining to the metatarsus and the phalanges of the hindlimb.
metatarsophalangeal joint
the joint formed by the metatarsus and phalanges. Called also fetlock.
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The enlarged joint at the base of the big toe (the first metatarsophalangeal joint) can become inflamed with redness, tenderness, and pain.
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