title: Triple arthrodesis for the adult-acquired flatfoot deformity.
abstract: Triple arthrodesis is often the procedure of choice for end-stage adult-acquired flatfoot. The benefits of triple arthrodesis include resolution of symptoms, hindfoot realignment, and stability. This article reviews the operative technique, realignment considerations, and postoperative management when performing triple arthrodesis. When taken into account, these recommendations provide a favorable outcome for both the patient and the surgeon.
authors.affiliation: Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, The Foot and Ankle Institute of Western Pennsylvania, The Western Pennsylvania Hospital, 4800 Friendship Avenue, North Tower, First Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, USA.
authors.forename: Michael P
authors.initials: MP
authors.lastname: Maskill
authors.forename: Jeffrey D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Loveland
authors.forename: Robert W
authors.initials: RW
authors.lastname: Mendicino
authors.forename: Karl
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Saltrick
authors.forename: Alan R
authors.initials: AR
authors.lastname: Catanzariti
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D005413:Flatfoot / Q000601:surgery*; D005531:Foot Deformities, Acquired / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D013380:Subtalar Joint / Q000601:surgery; D013640:Tarsal Joints / Q000601:surgery