Total first joint replacement in hallux valgus and hallux rigidus. Long-term results in 484 cases.
Long-term results of 484 cases of Silastic total first joint replacement are presented. The history, discussion of other total first implants, and a descriptive surgical technique with a discussion of complications are also presented. The authors propose a new, universal grading system for assessment of results following bunion surgery.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000266:history / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D007595:Joint Prosthesis / Q000266:history; D008297:Male; D008683:Metatarsophalangeal Joint / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D013997:Time Factors; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D014481:United States
D012826:Silicone Elastomers