[Ludloff's osteotomy in hallux valgus surgery]

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Foot and Ankle Surgery

Background:

• Hallux valgus is a common foot deformity.
• The Ludloff osteotomy is a surgical technique used for correction.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the effectiveness of the Ludloff osteotomy for hallux valgus.
• To discuss modifications and adjunctive procedures.

Main Methods:

• Review of the Ludloff osteotomy technique.
• Description of various osteotomy modifications.
• Consideration of combined procedures like Keller-Brandes resection.

Main Results:

• The Ludloff osteotomy provides good and versatile correction for hallux valgus.
• Simultaneous osteoarthritis may necessitate additional surgical steps.

Conclusions:

• The Ludloff osteotomy is a valuable technique for hallux valgus correction.
• Combining with Keller-Brandes resection is beneficial for osteoarthritis cases.