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Three-Dimensional Preoperative Virtual Planning in Derotational Proximal Femoral Osteotomy
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Corrective Osteotomies Used in Cavus Reconstruction
J George DeVries1, Jeffrey E McAlister2
1Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, BayCare Clinic, 501 North 10th Street, Manitowoc, WI 54220, USA; Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, BayCare Clinic, 2020 Riverside Drive, 2nd Floor, Green Bay, WI 54301, USA.
Abstract:
The authors dedicate this article to describing the clinical work-up and etiology for a cavus foot deformity as well as the surgical decision making for correction. Understanding and proper utilization of osteotomies is paramount in the improvement of cavus foot deformities. Also, the authors share their own experiences with preferred techniques for optimal outcomes.
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