Aslam, N. and Ribbans, W. J. (2005) First metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis using a vitallium plate with a mean two year follow up. Foot and Ankle Surgery. 11(4), pp. 197-201. 1460-9584.
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Abstract:
Twenty-four patients (33 feet) underwent metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis using a vitallium plate with an additional oblique screw. The mean age was 55 years (range, 37–68) with a mean follow up of 28 months (range, 16–45). Patients were evaluated using the American Foot and Ankle Society clinical and radiographic guidelines. Twenty-three patients (32 feet) went on to complete fusion within 12 weeks, one patient had a non-union, the fusion was repeated successfully. One patient had deep infection and two patients had persistent foot pain. Hallux valgus angle was reduced by a mean of 12 degrees and intermetatarsal angle by a mean of 2 degrees. Patient satisfaction was high with relief of symptoms and improved appearance of the foot. First metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis using a vitallium plate with an oblique interfragmentary screw is a successful procedure with a high fusion rate, low complication rate and a high level of patient satisfaction
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UoA 12, RAE 2008
Uncontrolled Keywords:
Joint; Fusion; Foot; Plate
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Creators:
Aslam, N. and Ribbans, W. J.
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Date:
1 December 2005
Date Type:
Publication
Page Range:
pp. 197-201
Journal or Publication Title:
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Volume:
11
Number:
4
Language:
English
ISSN:
1460-9584
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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