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Lapidus Bunionectomy.

Daniel J Hatch¹

¹Department of Surgery, North Colorado Medical Center, Foot and Ankle Center of the Rockies, LLC 1931 65th Avenue Suite A, Greeley, CO 80634, USA.

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Summary

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The Lapidus procedure, a bunionectomy technique, now uses an anatomic-based system to correct hallux valgus deformities. This method offers predictable outcomes and a lower recurrence rate compared to other surgical options.

Keywords:

Bunionectomy Lapidus Triplane correction

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic surgery
Foot and ankle reconstruction

Background:

The Lapidus procedure, a surgical technique for bunionectomy, has a history dating back to 1911.
Traditional indications were based on deformity severity.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the evolution of the Lapidus procedure from severity-based to an anatomic-based system.
To highlight its effectiveness in correcting hallux valgus deformities.

Main Methods:

The anatomic-based Lapidus procedure addresses hallux valgus.
It corrects deformities in frontal, transverse, and sagittal planes.
Focuses on the anatomic center of rotation and angulation.

Main Results:

The anatomic-based system provides predictable surgical outcomes.
Demonstrates a low recurrence rate.
Offers advantages over alternative bunionectomy procedures.

Conclusions:

The evolved Lapidus procedure offers a reliable and effective solution for hallux valgus.
Its anatomic approach leads to better patient outcomes and reduced revision rates.