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. 2020 Sep;25(3):361-371.
doi: 10.1016/j.fcl.2020.05.002. Epub 2020 Jul 11.

Learning Curve for Minimally Invasive Surgery and How to Minimize It

Harvinder Bedi  1 , Ben Hickey  2
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Learning Curve for Minimally Invasive Surgery and How to Minimize It

Harvinder Bedi et al. Foot Ankle Clin. 2020 Sep.

Abstract

In this article the authors discuss their experience of performing minimally invasive surgery, with emphasis on technique and how to avoid pitfalls. They also discuss the educational literature for learning new techniques and how to shorten the "learning curve."

Keywords: Bunion; Hallux valgus; Learning curve; Minimally invasive; Technique.

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