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Maj Uma E Erard1, Maj Andrew J Sheean1, Bruce J Sangeorzan2
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, San Antonio Military Medical Center, San Antonio, TX, USA.
Abstract:
Originally described as a means to address fixed deformities or uncontrolled movement of the hindfoot observed in paralytic foot deformities, triple arthrodesis has evolved into a powerful procedure for the correction of a variety of foot deformities. Over the past decade, multiple advances have been made with respect to diagnostic imaging, fixation options, bone graft substitutes, and postoperative regimens. While this operation requires experience and skill to execute, when properly performed, it allows for correction of deformity and a plantigrade and ideally pain-free foot for ambulation. The purpose of this review is to highlight advances in the procedure and its application to the rigid planovalgus foot.
Level Of Evidence:
Level V, review.
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