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From: Proximal metatarsal osteotomy for hallux valgus: an audit of radiologic outcome after single screw fixation and full postoperative weightbearing

Figure 2

Correction of the first metatarsal angle and stabilisation of the osteotomy. a. Schematic diagram showing the correction of the first intermetatarsal angle. The open-wedge osteotomy is additionally stabilized by cortical bone (arrow, see also Figure 2b). b. Stabilisation of the osteotomy with a partially threaded cancellous bone screw. The entrance hole was countersunk. Wedge-shaped autologous bone obtained from the medial eminence of the metatarsal head was inserted medially.

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Journal of Foot and Ankle Research

ISSN: 1757-1146