Hindfoot arthrodesis for the adult acquired flat foot.

Kadakia, Anish R; Haddad, Steven L · Foot Ankle Clin · 2003

review · Level V

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Abstract

This article reviews hindfoot arthrodesis for the adult acquired flat foot. Discussion of triple arthrodesis, triple arthrodesis with the addition of a lateral column lengthening procedure, triple arthrodesis with the addition of a plantar flexion first metatarsoncuneiform arthrodesis, and an isolated subtalar arthrodesis are discussed. The indications, surgical techniques, outcome studies, and complications are addressed.

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Anatomy