title: Technical considerations in tarsometatarsal joint arthrodesis.
abstract: Tarsometatarsal arthrodesis is indicated for degenerative joint disease after trauma. Deformity is often associated with post-traumatic arthropathy. Outcomes after surgical management are directly related to realignment. This article reviews the indications, preoperative evaluation, technical execution, and postoperative management of tarsometatarsal arthrodesis. Special emphasis is placed on realignment and restoration of normal foot architecture.
authors.affiliation: Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Western Pennsylvania Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, USA.
authors.forename: Alan R
authors.initials: AR
authors.lastname: Catanzariti
authors.forename: Robert W
authors.initials: RW
authors.lastname: Mendicino
mesh_terms: D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007592:Joint Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D008682:Metatarsal Bones / Q000601:surgery*; D011300:Preoperative Care; D016879:Salvage Therapy; D013640:Tarsal Joints / Q000601:surgery*