title: Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint.
abstract: Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint is indicated in patients with symptomatic arthrodesis or advanced hallux valgus deformities that are unresponsive to nonsurgical treatment. Several fixation techniques have been described, including intefragmentary compression screws and/or dorsal plate fixation. Using these modern fixation techniques, the rate of fusion is between 94% to 98%, with high patient satisfaction. Appropriate positioning of the fusion is important for satisfactory outcome.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, USA.
authors.forename: Richard M
authors.initials: RM
authors.lastname: Marks
mesh_terms: D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D020859:Hallux Rigidus / Q000601:surgery; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D016268:Internal Fixators; D008683:Metatarsophalangeal Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D010003:Osteoarthritis / Q000601:surgery; D011183:Postoperative Complications