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Review
. 2014 Jun;19(2):245-58.
doi: 10.1016/j.fcl.2014.02.006. Epub 2014 Mar 21.

First metatarsophalangeal arthrodesis for hallux valgus

Edward V Wood  1 , Christopher R Walker  2 , Michael S Hennessy  3
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Review

First metatarsophalangeal arthrodesis for hallux valgus

Edward V Wood et al. Foot Ankle Clin. 2014 Jun.

Abstract

Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint is a reliable operation in the treatment of selected cases of hallux valgus. It corrects deformity of hallux valgus and metatarsus primus varus, leading to good functional results with a low complication rate. It is a technique well suited to patients with hallux valgus associated with degenerative changes or severe deformity, and those for whom primary hallux valgus surgery has failed.

Keywords: Arthrodesis; Fusion; Hallux; Metatarsophalangeal; Valgus.

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