Triple arthrodesis in neuromuscular disorders.
Triple arthrodesis, consisting of a fusion of the calcaneo-cuboid, talonavicular, and talocalcaneal joints, is used to correct deformity and replace braces. Indications depend on symptoms. For good results, patients should be at least 12 years old. A review of 25 cases shows that a varus deformity usually does not give good results, a pseudarthrosis always had a poor outcome, and patients are usually more satisfied than the surgeon with the result.
Mulier
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Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital, Pellenberg, Belgium.
De Rijcke
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Fabry
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Mulier
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D000293:Adolescent; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000379:methods*; D002648:Child; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005531:Foot Deformities, Acquired / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D009468:Neuromuscular Diseases / Q000150:complications*; D013639:Tarsal Bones / Q000601:surgery*