title: Silastic joint arthroplasty of the great toe. A review of 228 implants using the double-stemmed implant.
abstract: 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%.
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Laird
mesh_terms: 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*
chemical_list: D012826:Silicone Elastomers