Optimization of Surgical Treatment of Severe Hallux Valgus by Modified Osteosynthesis Method

A. Yatskevych Danylo Halytsky Lviv National Medical University Introduction. Attention to the problem of Valgus deviation of the first toe (VDFT) does not weaken for about 200 years, due to its considerable population distribution (18,0-20,0%), as well as the lack of treatment efficacy, the recurring nature of deformation Aim. To optimize the treatment of VDFT, Read More …

Optimization of Surgical Treatment of Severe Hallux Valgus by Modified Osteosynthesis Method

A. Yatskevych The study analyzed the surgical treatment of 42 patients with severe hallux valgus. Was performed a surgical treatment: a corrective osteotomy of the proximal lateral closing, osteosynthesis performed according to a modified method using long screws. The majority of patients received good and excellent results by AOFAS scale.