title: Corrective Osteotomies Used in Cavus Reconstruction.
abstract: The authors dedicate this article to describing the clinical work-up and etiology for a cavus foot deformity as well as the surgical decision making for correction. Understanding and proper utilization of osteotomies is paramount in the improvement of cavus foot deformities. Also, the authors share their own experiences with preferred techniques for optimal outcomes.
authors.affiliation: Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, BayCare Clinic, 501 North 10th Street, Manitowoc, WI 54220, USA; Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, BayCare Clinic, 2020 Riverside Drive, 2nd Floor, Green Bay, WI 54301, USA. Electronic address: jdevries@baycare.net.
authors.forename: J George
authors.initials: JG
authors.lastname: DeVries
authors.affiliation: Orthopedic Surgery, CORE Institute, 1615 West Red Fox Road, Phoenix, AZ 85085, USA.
authors.forename: Jeffrey E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: McAlister
mesh_terms: D005530:Foot Deformities / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods*
keywords: Arthrodesis; Cavovarus; First metatarsal; Osteotomy; Pes cavus