[Hindfoot-centred X-ray technique for the evaluation of cavovarus deformity : A proposal for the optimization of radiologic delineation].

[Hindfoot-centred X-ray technique for the evaluation of cavovarus deformity : A proposal for the optimization of radiologic delineation].
Orthopade. 2019 Sep 05;:
Authors: Hamel J, Hörterer H, Gottschalk O, Harrasser N, Walther M
Abstract
In surgical correction of cavovarus deformity bony hindfoot procedures are required in most cases. For treatment planning X‑rays in two or more planes are usually used. In conventional X‑ray-techniques the hindfoot and ankle joint are presented in a more or less outward rotated position. Moreover, the peritalar complex is not delineated in the most corrected position. Therefore, the frequently used talus-metatarsal-I-angle (Meary angle) cannot be measured correctly. By application of the Coleman block test and additional adjustment of the malrotation in the lateral view, the peritalar complex and ankle joint can be evaluated in the corrected and "hindfoot-centred" position. Also, the frequently seen anterior ankle impingement can be observed precisely. Planning of osteotomies or corrective peritalar fusions is supported thereby. Some treatment examples are presented.
PMID: 31486913 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Der Orthopade - September 4, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Hamel J, Hörterer H, Gottschalk O, Harrasser N, Walther M Tags: Orthopade Source Type: research