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Distal Akin osteotomy for hallux valgus interphalangeus
N Martinelli1, A Giacalone1, A Bianchi1
1Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Galeazzi Hospital, via R. Galeazzi 4, 20161 Milan, Italy.
Summary
Distal Akin osteotomy effectively corrects hallux valgus interphalangeus (HVI) deformities. This surgical approach leads to significant radiological improvement and high patient satisfaction rates.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Foot and ankle reconstruction
- Surgical outcomes research
Background:
- Hallux valgus interphalangeus (HVI) is a foot deformity requiring surgical intervention.
- Assessing the efficacy of distal Akin osteotomy for HVI is crucial for treatment planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the clinical and radiological outcomes of distal Akin osteotomy in patients with HVI.
- To determine patient satisfaction following surgical correction of HVI.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 15 patients (17 feet) who underwent distal Akin osteotomy.
- Preoperative and postoperative physical and radiographic assessments, including the HVI angle.
- Patient satisfaction assessed via a three-point survey (very satisfied, satisfied, not satisfied).
Main Results:
- Over 94% of patients reported being satisfied or very satisfied with the outcome.
- The mean HVI angle significantly decreased from 24.9° preoperatively to 13.1° postoperatively (p<0.05).
Conclusions:
- Distal Akin osteotomy is a safe and effective surgical procedure for correcting symptomatic HVI.
- The procedure yields significant radiological improvements and high patient satisfaction.
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