Surgery of the lesser toes in rheumatoid arthritis: metatarsal head resection.
review · Level V
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Abstract
This review article discusses the pathologic and anatomic basis of rheumatoid lesser toe deformities. It covers the history of lesser metatarsal head resection being used in its treatment and the theoretic basis behind differing techniques and their relative results and complications. The authors also present their preferred technique for lesser metatarsal head resection.
Medical subject headings
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid
- Metatarsal Bones
- Toes
Anatomy
- foot