Molded arthrodesis of the hallux metatarsophalangeal joint using the crossed-screw technique: Surgical technique, results and functional outcomes

Publication year: 2011 Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery, Available online 12 June 2011 R. Mohammed, A. Gadgil BackgroundWe describe the surgical technique, results and functional outcomes of molded arthrodesis of hallux metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint using crossed-screw fixation.Methods23 Toes in 21 consecutive patients operated between September 2007 and January 2010 were included for the retrospective study. Average age was 60.0 years (range 31–84 years) with male female ratio being 3:4.

Publication year: 2011 Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery, Available online 12 June 2011 R. Mohammed, A. Gadgil BackgroundWe describe the surgical technique, results and functional outcomes of molded arthrodesis of hallux metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint using crossed-screw fixation.Methods23 Toes in 21 consecutive patients operated between September 2007 and January 2010 were included for the retrospective study. Average age was 60.0 years (range 31–84 years) with male female ratio being 3:4.

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Molded arthrodesis of the hallux metatarsophalangeal joint using the crossed-screw technique: Surgical technique, results and functional outcomes