Table 4 Most frequently occurring post-operative sequalae
Sequalae (out of 1351 patients) | Number | % |
|---|---|---|
No observed sequalae | 964 | 75.1 |
Metatarsal fracture | 62 | 4.6 |
Joint pain & stiffness > 3 months | 53 | 4.1 |
Scar hypertrophy / keloid | 26 | 2.0 |
Swelling beyond 4 months | 25 | 1.9 |
Pain at surgical site > 6 weeks | 23 | 1.8 |
Transfer metatarsalgia | 21 | 1.6 |
Fixation problems requiring removal | 20 | 1.5 |
Infection suspected / not proven | 18 | 1.4 |
Stitch abscess / suture reaction | 12 | 0.9 |
Wound dehiscence | 10 | 0.8 |
Surgery failed e.g., recurrence, hallux varus) | 9 | 0.7 |
Infection proven | 7 | 0.5 |
Deep vein thrombosis | 7 | 0.5 |
Excessive post-operative pain (first 72 hours) | 5 | 0.4 |
Patient non-compliance | 5 | 0.4 |
Motor power weakness | 3 | 0.2 |
Bone union delay | 2 | 0.2 |
Medication side effect | 1 | 0.1 |
Callus or IPK formation | 1 | 0.1 |
Haematoma | 1 | 0.1 |