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A retrospective study of 26 tailor bunionectomies is presented. The use of an apical axis guide, reciprocal planing, and strict application of Association for Osteosynthesis principles offers ease of application, increased stability, and greater healing predictability than other techniques. Potential complications such as angular displacement, shortening, nonunion, and transfer lesions are minimized.
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Bone Screws , Hallux Valgus/surgery , Metatarsal Bones/surgery , Osteotomy/methods , Adolescent , Adult , Female , Hallux Valgus/diagnostic imaging , Humans , Metatarsal Bones/diagnostic imaging , Middle Aged , Radiography , Retrospective Studies , Treatment OutcomeABSTRACT
One hundred twenty radiographs of the foot were evaluated for hallux abductus angle, lateral talometatarsal angle, and metatarsus primus elevatus position. Mean elevatus position of the first metatarsal above the second metatarsal was approximately 7.0 mm. First ray elevation was a consistent finding in all data groups studied, including controls. The presence of hallux abducto valgus or hallux rigidus did not affect the degree of first ray elevation present. The majority of radiographs studied lacked evidence of joint disease. Therefore, the common practice of evaluating radiographic elevatus as a surgical criteria to predict the possible development of hallux rigidus should be strongly discouraged.
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Hallux , Joint Diseases/etiology , Metatarsus/anatomy & histology , Hallux/diagnostic imaging , Humans , Joint Diseases/diagnostic imaging , Metatarsus/diagnostic imaging , RadiographySubject(s)
Chilblains/etiology , Foot/surgery , Frostbite/etiology , Ice/adverse effects , Postoperative Complications/etiology , Adult , Female , HumansABSTRACT
The purpose of this article is to present the Lauge-Hansen classification of ankle injuries, in a simplified system according to clockwork function. By familiarization with this classification system, one will gain an invaluable tool in evaluating and treating ankle injuries.
