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Treatment of Ankle Osteoarthritis with Total Ankle Replacement Through a Lateral Transfibular Approach

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Published on: January 24, 2018

First metatarsal malunion.

¹Englewood Orthopedic Associates, Englewood NJ 07631, USA. beckerad@gmail.com

Foot and Ankle Clinics

|February 24, 2009

Summary

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Malunion of first metatarsal fractures can cause deformities like dorsal angulation. Treatment depends on patient symptoms, including pain and ambulation issues.

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Treatment of Ankle Osteoarthritis with Total Ankle Replacement Through a Lateral Transfibular Approach

Treatment of Ankle Osteoarthritis with Total Ankle Replacement Through a Lateral Transfibular Approach

Published on: January 24, 2018

Area of Science:

Orthopedic surgery
Foot and ankle reconstruction
Podiatric medicine

Background:

Malunion of a first metatarsal osteotomy or fracture can lead to deformities such as dorsal angulation and shortening.
Causes include improper osteotomy orientation, poor fixation, or post-operative fixation loss.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the literature on the rate and incidence of malunion in first metatarsal fractures.
To discuss treatment options for first metatarsal malunions.

Main Methods:

Literature review of studies on first metatarsal fractures and osteotomies.
Analysis of causes and consequences of malunion.
Review of current treatment strategies for symptomatic malunions.

Main Results:

Dorsal malunion can result in significant foot deformities.
Limited literature exists on the specific incidence of malunion after first metatarsal fractures.
Treatment is guided by symptom severity, including pain and ambulation difficulties.

Conclusions:

First metatarsal malunions require careful consideration of patient symptoms for effective management.
Further research is needed to establish the precise incidence of malunion in operatively and non-operatively treated fractures.