Chevron-Type Osteotomies to Correct Hallux Valgus.
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Abstract
Percutaneous technics became more and more popular in the last decade. First published in 2007, the chevron osteotomy is offering the possibility to correct hallux valgus deformity with a burr. With a fixation that evolved, the correction of severe deformity became possible. It is the mini-invasive chevron Akin. Literature reveals different name depending on the company: percutaneous, extra-articular reverse-L chevron; percutaneous, intra-articular, chevron osteotomy; or percutaneous chevron and Akin osteotomy.
Medical subject headings
- Hallux Valgus
- Osteotomy