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Treatment of Ankle Osteoarthritis with Total Ankle Replacement Through a Lateral Transfibular Approach
Published on: January 24, 2018
Metatarsus Primus Varus Correction
Matthew D Sorensen1, Brian Gradisek1, James M Cottom2
1Weil Foot & Ankle Institute, Golf River Professional Building, 1455 East Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA.
Abstract:
We present a discussion on the use of proximal first-ray osteotomies in the surgical treatment for hallux valgus as a valid option compared with first-tarsometatarsal arthrodesis. Recent and historical literature tells us that stability of the first ray is a function of the alignment and reestablishment of retrograde stabilizing forces at the first tarsometatarsal joint. This realignment and stabilization may be accomplished with the use of distal soft tissue and proximal osteotomy procedures.
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