title: Distal L osteotomy in treatment of hallux abducto valgus.
abstract: The distal L osteotomy is a useful and versatile procedure for the treatment of mild-to-moderate hallux abducto valgus. A review of common distal osteotomies was presented, along with the original indications and procedural disadvantages. The operative procedure of the distal L osteotomy, coupled with various modifications and complications was described. It is hoped that this brief paper will stimulate interest and use of this valuable osteotomy.
authors.affiliation: Department of Podiatric Surgery, Rocky Mountain Hospital, Denver, Colorado.
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Zyzda
authors.forename: W
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Hineser
mesh_terms: D001863:Bone Screws; D016025:Bone Transplantation; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*