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D. Prieskorn, S. Graves, Richard Smith (1993)
Morphometric Analysis of the Plantar Plate Apparatus of the First Metatarsophalangeal JointFoot & Ankle International, 14
Ana Bia, F. Guerra-Pinto, Bruno Pereira, N. Côrte-Real, X. Oliva (2018)
Percutaneous Osteotomies in Hallux Valgus: A Systematic ReviewJournal of Foot & Ankle Surgery, 57
Robin Lenz, D. Nagesh, Hannah Park, J. Grady (2016)
First Metatarsal Head and Medial Eminence Widths with and Without Hallux Valgus.Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association, 106 5
Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is a growing technique that favors faster recovery and cosmetic results. We propose a recommended osteotomy position or “MIS Sweet Spot” to make the procedure more reproducible and lessen the learning curve to improve outcomes. A total of 211 patients from 3 surgeons between 2 different study centers were included in a retrospective radiograph measurement analysis and a cadaveric dissection to confirm the safety of nearby anatomical structures. An average distance of 2.2 cm proximal from the first metatarsophalangeal joint was found as the “Sweet Spot” to perform the transverse osteotomy. At this distance, neurovascular and tendinous structures were unharmed and the osteotomy remained extracapsular. Furthermore, an average of 10.7° of intermetatarsal angle reduction and a reduction of tibial sesamoid position of 3 points were achieved. A predictable and measurable distance for osteotomy placement will help to provide more confidence in producing the bunionectomy osteotomy with the specialized tools used in MIS and can help to reduce operative time and improve results.Level of Clinical Evidence (LOCE): 3
Foot & Ankle Specialist – SAGE
Published: Jan 1, 2022
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