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Research Development
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Background Hallux Valgus associated with medial column instability (disrupted Meary’s line) can be corrected either with Lapidus-Akin or Scarf-Akin procedure. This study compares these two procedures to ascertain if type of surgical procedure performed affects the correction achieved and recurrence rate at 6 months following operative intervention. Materials and Methods..
Published: | 25/11/2020 |
Authors: | Thomas T, Khan S, Morgan S, Ballester J |
Background Scarf osteotomy for hallux valgus is a successful procedure. Neverthless recurrence of deformity is reported as 5–8%. First ray instability is a recognised risk factor for recurrence. We investigate whether a radiographic marker such as Meary’s line can be used to predict recurrence. This paper aims to test the..
Published: | 15/08/2018 |
Authors: | Bagshaw O, Ballester J, Conway L, Faroug R |
Abstract Hallux rigidus is a progressive osteoarthritic condition affecting the first metatarsophalangeal joint that causes pain and stiffness, with a marked reduction in dorsiflexion. Joint arthrodesis has previously been the standard treatment of hallux rigidus; however, new surgical techniques have evolved and first metatarsophalangeal joint hemiarthroplasty is now a viable..
Published: | 19/07/2016 |
Authors: | Gheorghiu D, Ballester J |
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