Silastic joint arthroplasty of the great toe. A review of 228 implants using the double-stemmed implant.
Various operations have been advocated in the treatment of hallux valgus (bunions) and other painful conditions affecting the great toe, e.g., osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and deformity. Resection arthroplasty using a double-stemmed silicone implant has proved a satisfactory method. A retrospective review of 228 implants followed over a period of eight years (average, four years) showed complete patient acceptance in 89%.
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D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007595:Joint Prosthesis; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods*; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D011859:Radiography; D012826:Silicone Elastomers / Q000627:therapeutic use*
D012826:Silicone Elastomers