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An Anatomical Study of Nerves at Risk During Minimally Invasive Hallux Valgus Surgery
Published on: February 17, 2018
[Correlation between fourth brachymetatarsia and hallux valgus].
Jiachang Liang1, Enhui Feng1, Hua Guan1
1Department of Trauma and Foot-Ankle Surgery, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou Guangdong, 510120, P. R. China.
Summary
Congenital fourth brachymetatarsia significantly increases hallux valgus prevalence, correlating with metatarsal shortening, not age. This suggests an anatomical cause, shifting focus to functional reconstruction for this foot deformity.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Podiatry
- Radiology
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