title: Fifth metatarsal distal oblique wedge osteotomy utilizing cortical screw fixation.
abstract: A retrospective study of 26 tailor bunionectomies is presented. The use of an apical axis guide, reciprocal planing, and strict application of Association for Osteosynthesis principles offers ease of application, increased stability, and greater healing predictability than other techniques. Potential complications such as angular displacement, shortening, nonunion, and transfer lesions are minimized.
authors.affiliation: Department of Podiatric Surgery, Kern Hospital, Warren, Michigan.
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Castle
authors.forename: A H
authors.initials: AH
authors.lastname: Cohen
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Docks
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D001863:Bone Screws; D005260:Female; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008682:Metatarsal Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D008875:Middle Aged; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods*; D011859:Radiography; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D016896:Treatment Outcome