Crossover second toe deformity.

Area of Science:

• Orthopedics
• Podiatry
• Surgical Innovation

Background:

• Crossover second toe deformity involves deterioration of the lateral collateral ligament and joint capsule of the second metatarsophalangeal joint.
• This condition causes progressive deviation of the second toe, initially medial, then dorsal, leading to it crossing over the great toe.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the outcomes of surgical correction for crossover second toe deformity.
• To assess the long-term satisfactory rate following surgical intervention.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective evaluation of 17 patients (22 affected toes).
• Surgical correction was performed on 11 patients (15 affected toes).
• Follow-up assessment at an average of 42 months post-surgery.

Main Results:

• A total of 11 patients (15 toes) underwent surgical correction for the deformity.
• The study reported a 90% satisfactory outcome rate.
• The satisfactory outcome was observed at a mean follow-up of 42 months.

Conclusions:

• Surgical correction is an effective treatment for crossover second toe deformity.
• A high rate of patient satisfaction can be achieved with surgical intervention.
• Long-term follow-up confirms the durability of surgical outcomes for this condition.