title: The Swanson arthroplasty of the great toe: a prospective study.
abstract: A brief history and the evolution of the Swanson implant hemi-arthroplasty of the first metatarsophalangeal joint introduces this small series of cases. Preoperative criteria, surgical technique, and results are presented along with the follow-up. Long term follow-up suggests that there are some additional complications to this especially in cases of arthritis associated with systemic diseases.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001178:Arthroplasty / Q000266:history / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D005534:Foot Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D007595:Joint Prosthesis; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods; D011446:Prospective Studies; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D014034:Toes / Q000002:abnormalities
chemical_list: D012826:Silicone Elastomers