title: Modified Van Nes procedure for hallux valgus.
abstract: The authors describe a modification of the Van Nes procedure for correction of hallux valgus with associated metatarsus primus varus. This procedure results in the closing of the intermetatarsal angle and provides plantarflexion to the first metatarsal. The article includes preoperative criteria, presentation of the surgical technique, statistical review of 100 procedures, and a critical discussion. Also, a new angle is described to aid in the pre- and postoperative evaluation of radiographs.
authors.affiliation: Department of Podiatric Surgery, Trinity Regional Hospital, Fort Dodge, Iowa.
authors.forename: B M
authors.initials: BM
authors.lastname: Salocker
authors.forename: R P
authors.initials: RP
authors.lastname: Salocker
authors.forename: M S
authors.initials: MS
authors.lastname: Lucas
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D012189:Retrospective Studies