First metatarsal-cuneiform arthrodesis for the treatment of first ray pathology: a technical guide.
review · Level V
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Abstract
The first tarsometatarsal arthrodesis is a powerful procedure often utilized in the correction of first ray pathology. It is primarily used to correct moderate to severe hallux abducto valgus deformity. The authors present this review as a summation of the classic and recent literature while offering a detailed illustrated technique guide for the first tarsometatarsal arthrodesis.
Medical subject headings
- Arthrodesis
- Hallux Valgus
- Metatarsal Bones
- Tarsal Bones
Anatomy
- foot