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Combined Total Ankle Arthroplasty With Posterior Tibial Tendon Transfer for End-Stage Cavovarus Deformity
John M Schuberth1, Melinda A Bowlby2, Jeffrey C Christensen3
1Chief, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kaiser Foundation Hospital, San Francisco, CA.
Abstract:
Posterior tibial tendon transfer has been described to reduce and balance the cavovarus deformity in those patients who receive a total ankle replacement for end-stage arthritis. In this article, we discuss the indications and provide a detailed description of the technique for this powerful procedure. Case examples that demonstrate the utility of the procedure are provided.

