title: Preparing for hallux abducto valgus surgery.
abstract: This article reviews the criteria for hallux abducto valgus surgery. Clinical and radiographic examinations are reviewed in a stepwise approach to evaluate the deformity. A hallux abducto valgus surgical evaluation form is presented in order for the podiatrist to logically assess the patient's deformity.
authors.affiliation: New York College of Podiatric Medicine, New York.
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Haber
authors.forename: B P
authors.initials: BP
authors.lastname: O'Mara
mesh_terms: D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking; D010808:Physical Examination; D011859:Radiography