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Review
. 2004 Jan;21(1):97-111, vi.
doi: 10.1016/S0891-8422(03)00112-5.

Lapidus bunionectomy: arthrodesis of the first metatarsocunieform joint

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Review

Lapidus bunionectomy: arthrodesis of the first metatarsocunieform joint

Babak Baravarian et al. Clin Podiatr Med Surg. 2004 Jan.

Abstract

Fusion of the first metatarsocunieform (MC) joint allows for correction of the first metatarsal in three planes, including adduction, plantarflexion, and rotation. It also allows for decreased jamming of the great toe joint and increased medial column stability. As knowledge about other medial column procedures grows, fusion of the first MC joint will continue to grow in popularity. It is an excellent procedure for hallux limitus and also for metatarsus primus elevatus cases.

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