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Flexible Fixation in Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Katherine M Raspovic1, Kendall Anigian1, Jaclyn Kapilow1
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UT Southwestern Medical Center, 1801 Inwood Road, Dallas, Texas 75390, USA.
Flexible fixation offers versatile solutions in foot and ankle surgery for conditions like ankle syndesmosis instability and hallux valgus. This review examines its diverse surgical applications and clinical outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Flexible fixation has a long history in foot and ankle surgery.
- It is used for ankle syndesmosis stabilization and lateral collateral ligament repair.
- Flexible fixation is also applied in foot procedures like hallux valgus correction and Lisfranc injury repair.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the applications of flexible fixation in foot and ankle surgery.
- To present evidence-based literature on surgical uses and clinical outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of flexible fixation techniques in foot and ankle surgery.
- Analysis of clinical outcomes and evidence supporting various applications.
Main Results:
- Flexible fixation is utilized for ankle syndesmosis stabilization.
- It augments lateral collateral ankle ligament repair.
- Applications in foot surgery include hallux valgus correction, Lisfranc injury repair, and spring ligament repair.
Conclusions:
- Flexible fixation is a valuable tool in diverse foot and ankle surgical procedures.
- Evidence supports its use in improving clinical outcomes for various conditions.
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