title: The use of Kirschner wire fixation in forefoot surgery.
abstract: This article reviews the indication and use of Kirschner wire fixation in forefoot surgery. Although Kirschner wire fixation is a relatively easy means of fixation, it is not without complications. The operative technique and postoperative considerations are also included to assist the foot surgeon.
mesh_terms: D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000295:instrumentation; D001178:Arthroplasty / Q000295:instrumentation; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000295:instrumentation; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008683:Metatarsophalangeal Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D008684:Metatarsus / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000295:instrumentation; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D014034:Toes / Q000601:surgery*