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The Akin procedure in hallux valgus.

P Kinnard1, S Cantin

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Centre Hospitalier, Université Laval, Sainte-Foy, Que.

Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie
|October 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

The Akin procedure showed excellent results in nearly 60% of patients, particularly for correcting a deviated great toe and first metatarsal head prominence. This surgical outcome highlights its effectiveness in improving patient satisfaction and clinical findings.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Podiatric medicine

Background:

  • The Akin procedure is a surgical technique used to address forefoot deformities.
  • Lateral deviation of the great toe and first metatarsal head prominence are common orthopedic issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the outcomes of the Akin procedure.
  • To assess patient satisfaction, clinical findings, and radiographic measurements following the surgery.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study involving 28 patients who underwent the Akin procedure.
  • Follow-up periods ranged from 12 to 42 months.
  • Evaluation included patient satisfaction, clinical assessment, and roentgenographic measurements.

Main Results:

  • Excellent outcomes were observed in nearly 60% of patients.
  • The procedure was particularly effective for cases involving laterally deviated great toe.
  • Positive results were also noted for patients with prominent first metatarsal heads.

Conclusions:

  • The Akin procedure demonstrates a high success rate for correcting specific forefoot deformities.
  • It leads to significant improvement in patient-reported outcomes and clinical presentation.
  • This surgical intervention is a viable option for addressing great toe deviation and first metatarsal head issues.

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