title: [Metatarso-phalangial arthrodesis of the big toe. Reflections apropos of 93 operations].
abstract: The authors have reviewed 93 cases of arthrodesis of the first metatarso-phalangeal joint performed for various conditions. In 43 cases it was done as a salvage procedure after other surgical procedures. In these cases, the rate of union was only 70 p. 100 compared with 94 p. 100 when the arthrodesis was done as a primary surgical procedure. The technique is described in detail and the use of bone grafts recommended. Functional results were satisfactory in 3 out of 4 cases. The precise position to be applied to the toe is discussed.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008683:Metatarsophalangeal Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000601:surgery*
vernacular_title: L'arthrodèse métatarso-phalangienne du gros orteil. Réflexions à propos de 93 interventions.