title: First metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis utilizing a mini-Hoffman External Fixator.
abstract: Arthrodesis was initially indicated for severe hallux valgus and hallux rigidus. Today, it is primarily a salvage procedure, which provides a painless first metatarsophalangeal joint. This manuscript reviews the various procedures for arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint. A case report is presented utilizing arthrodesis as a salvage procedure for a painful first metatarsophalangeal joint, after previously failed procedures.
authors.affiliation: Department of Podiatric Surgery, St. John Hospital-Macomb Center, Mount Clemens, Michigan.
authors.forename: D R
authors.initials: DR
authors.lastname: Calderone
authors.forename: S J
authors.initials: SJ
authors.lastname: Wertheimer
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D016267:External Fixators; D005260:Female; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008683:Metatarsophalangeal Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D011859:Radiography; D012086:Reoperation