The great toe proximal phalanx osteotomy: the final step of the bunionectomy.

Barouk, Louis Samuel; Barouk, Pierre; Baudet, Bernard; Toullec, Eric · Foot Ankle Clin · 2005

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Abstract

As the final step of correction of hallux valgus deformity, the great toe proximal phalanx osteotomy is useful. It is popular in France and throughout Europe. Our purpose is to distinguish and to describe different locations and three types of osteotomies according to the required final correction of the hallux valgus.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy