Isolated first metatarsocuneiform joint fusion for correction of metatarsus primus varus deformity and literature review.
Correction of a bunion deformity with the use of proximal first ray procedures has historically included additional distal soft tissue and bone work about the first metatarsophalangeal joint. We report the case of a young adult female who underwent isolated first tarsometatarsal fusion for correction of a bunion deformity. Moreover, we describe the published data related to this approach. This technique could have the potential to improve patient outcomes by avoiding postoperative arthrofibrosis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint.
Second Year Resident, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. Electronic address: shinabargerab@upmc.edu.
Andrew B
AB
Shinabarger
Cranberry Foot and Ankle Associates, Mars, PA.
Michael T
MT
Ryan
Chief, Department of Podiatry, Wilmington Health, Wilmington, NC.
Matthew
M
Dzurik
Clinical Assistant Professor, Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, and Director, Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency Program, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Pittsburgh, PA.
Patrick R
PR
Burns
D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008682:Metatarsal Bones / Q000601:surgery; D011859:Radiography; D013639:Tarsal Bones / Q000601:surgery; D055815:Young Adult
arthrodesis; bunion; hallux abductovalgus; surgery