title: Dorsal wedge osteotomy of the proximal phalanx for hallux rigidus. Long-term results.
abstract: Eight women had 10 toes treated for hallux rigidus by dorsal wedge osteotomy of the proximal phalanx and were reviewed after an average follow-up of 22 years. Five toes were symptom-free, four others did not restrict walking, and only one had required metatarsophalangeal fusion. We conclude that dorsal wedge osteotomy affords long-lasting benefits for hallux rigidus in the adolescent female.
authors: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, London, England.
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authors: Citron
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authors: Neil
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D001174:Arthrodesis; D002648:Child; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005534:Foot Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006214:Hallux / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008683:Metatarsophalangeal Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods*; D011859:Radiography; D012086:Reoperation