title: A preliminary report on the status of implants for the lesser toes.
abstract: The authors present a retrospective study of 47 digits, with an average follow-up of 15 months, using the Silastic Hammertoe Implant H.P. The complications inherent with all implants are reviewed and the specific problems noted with this implant, including dislocation, bony regrowth, and lack of a superior cosmetic result, are discussed.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D014034:Toes / Q000002:abnormalities
chemical_list: D012826:Silicone Elastomers