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Endoscopic flexor hallucis longus (FHL) decompression is technically challenging and risks neurovascular injury. Open techniques remain more reliable for complete FHL release, questioning the clinical utility of the endoscopic approach.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Procedures
  • Foot and Ankle Surgery

Background:

  • Arthroscopy offers benefits like smaller incisions and reduced morbidity.
  • New arthroscopic indications are being explored for various procedures.
  • This study evaluates the feasibility of all-endoscopic flexor hallucis longus (FHL) decompression.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the safety and efficacy of an all-endoscopic approach for FHL decompression.
  • To investigate the technical challenges and risks associated with endoscopic FHL release.
  • To compare endoscopic FHL release with traditional open techniques in cadavers.

Main Methods:

  • Eight fresh-frozen cadaver legs were utilized for the study.
  • Procedures were performed in a simulated prone position using arthroscopic equipment.

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  • Posterolateral and posteromedial portals were employed for bony excision and FHL sheath work.

    • Main Results:

    • Three out of eight FHL tendons sustained injury during release.
    • Complete FHL sheath release to the sustentaculum level was not achieved.
    • Significant risks to the sural nerve and medial tibial neurovascular bundle were identified.

    Conclusions:

    • Endoscopic FHL release is technically demanding and poses risks to neurovascular structures.
    • Open FHL release demonstrates greater reliability and lower morbidity.
    • The clinical application of complete endoscopic FHL release is questionable; hindfoot endoscopy requires specialized expertise.