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Problems associated with the excision of the hallux sesamoids.

Authors :
Taylor CF
Butler M
Parsons SW
Source :
Foot and ankle clinics [Foot Ankle Clin] 2014 Sep; Vol. 19 (3), pp. 425-36. Date of Electronic Publication: 2014 Jul 05.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Disorders of the hallux sesamoids can be a source of considerable pain and disability. Inappropriate or inept removal can lead to further disability and pain. Surgical intervention should only follow careful accurate assessment, appropriate investigation, and failure of conservative treatments.<br /> (Copyright © 2014 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1558-1934
Volume :
19
Issue :
3
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Foot and ankle clinics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
25129353
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fcl.2014.06.014