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Ligamentation of the adductor hallucis tendon in bunionectomy.

American Board of Podiatric Surgery, USA.
Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association (impact factor: 0.57). 11/2002; 92(9):512-5. pp.512-5
Source: PubMed

ABSTRACT Several techniques are available for the correction of hallux abducto valgus, but none of them provide a direct and mechanically sound attachment to the lateral aspect of the first metatarsal head. The author describes adductor hallucis tendon ligamentation, a technique that produces direct stability between the first and second metatarsals. This stability is achieved by transferring the adductor hallucis tendon. The tendon is attached to the distal aspects of the first and second metatarsals. Adductor hallucis tendon ligamentation is a dependable option in the correction of hallux abducto valgus, providing an excellent outcome with good long-term results.

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Keywords

adductor hallucis tendon
 
adductor hallucis tendon ligamentation
 
distal aspects
 
excellent outcome
 
first metatarsal head
 
hallux abducto valgus
 
mechanically sound attachment
 
second metatarsals
 
techniques
 

Dale G Shrum