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Modified chevron osteotomy fixed with Stofella pin for hallux valgus.
- Source :
- Foot & Ankle International; May2008, Vol. 29 Issue 5, p478-482, 5p
- Publication Year :
- 2008
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Abstract
- BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study was to present the mid-term results of hallux valgus patients who underwent a modified chevron osteotomy. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Fifty-six patients (73 feet) with mild to moderate hallux valgus underwent a modified chevron osteotomy and Stoffella pin fixation between January 1999 and December 2004. Patients were evaluated clinically by the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) score. Pre- and postoperative radiographs were evaluated for the hallux valgus and intermetatarsal angles and sesamoid position. RESULTS: An improvement of 44.8 points in the AOFAS score was found. A change of 17.4 degrees in the hallux valgus angle and by 5.3 degrees in the intermetatarsal angle was achieved (p < 0.05). The change in the sesamoid position was significantly improved. Superficial skin infection in 3 cases, transient hypoesthesia in 2 cases, and bursitis due to screw irritation in 4 cases were the complications. CONCLUSION: Stable and rigid fixation by modified chevron osteotomy using Stoffella pins allows early mobilization and weightbearing without a cast. We believe early mobilization of the joint provides better functional outcomes with fewer complications compared to other fixation techniques. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10711007
- Volume :
- 29
- Issue :
- 5
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- Foot & Ankle International
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 105752177
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.3113/fai-2008-0478