title: Distal extensor hallucis longus tenotomy.
abstract: This manuscript describes a clinical entity caused by hyperextension of the interphalangeal joint of the hallux and a corrective procedure performed percutaneously through a 3-mm. incision. A discussion of local anatomy, patient selection, and contraindications is included. Proper pre-operative assessment is stressed.
authors.forename: H F
authors.initials: HF
authors.lastname: Duke
authors.forename: P J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Greenberg
mesh_terms: D000075202:Contraindications; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005530:Foot Deformities / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative; D013710:Tendons / Q000601:surgery*; D014034:Toes