Retrospective Analysis of Radiographic Outcomes After Closing Base Wedge Osteotomy for Correction of Bunion Deformity

CONCLUSIONS: Although clinical concern persists for the development of postoperative elevatus with CBWO, this case series showed plantarflexion of the CBWO. The CBWO is a powerful yet stable procedure for severe bunion deformities and should be viewed as a viable alternative to the Lapidus procedure.PMID:38441966 | DOI:10.7547/21-079

Source: Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association - March 5, 2024 Category: Podiatry Authors: Clark K Brackney Hayden L Hoffler Rebecca R Sikora Stephen J Tilles Source Type: research