title: Hallux interphalangeal joint sesamoidectomy using minimal incision technique.
abstract: There has been little emphasis placed on the excision of accessory bones of the foot. The authors present a review of the literature and a description of a surgical procedure for excision of the hallux interphalangeal joint sesamoid using minimal incision technique. A detailed analysis of the anatomy involved is also presented. A variety of other procedures for excision of this accessory bone are reviewed.
authors.forename: M S
authors.initials: MS
authors.lastname: Valinsky
authors.forename: D F
authors.initials: DF
authors.lastname: Hettinger
authors.forename: J K
authors.initials: JK
authors.lastname: Mortvedt
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D005260:Female; D006214:Hallux / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D012716:Sesamoid Bones / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000601:surgery*; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000601:surgery*