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rdf:type
lifeskim:mentions
pubmed:issue
6
pubmed:dateCreated
1989-8-21
pubmed:abstractText
The mathematical analysis of most first metatarsal osteotomy corrections for metatarsus primus varus is presented and interpreted with respect to metatarsal lengthening or shortening and changes in clinical reference angles (e.g., intermetatarsal or angle of declination). The critical parameters for each osteotomy such as location and angles of cuts and amount of displacement are defined and their theoretical effects on the final correction determined. Although exactitude in surgical methodology and an absolute prediction of final clinical results are impossible at the present time, even guidelines as to the potential effectiveness of various surgical techniques and quantitative methods for subsequent evaluation are lacking. This mathematical analysis can provide guidelines for prospective choices and a basis for retrospective interpretation as well as represent a critical component for biomechanical calculations.
pubmed:language
eng
pubmed:journal
pubmed:citationSubset
IM
pubmed:status
MEDLINE
pubmed:month
Jun
pubmed:issn
0198-0211
pubmed:author
pubmed:issnType
Print
pubmed:volume
9
pubmed:owner
NLM
pubmed:authorsComplete
Y
pubmed:pagination
281-9
pubmed:dateRevised
2004-11-17
pubmed:meshHeading
pubmed:year
1989
pubmed:articleTitle
Mathematical analysis of first metatarsal osteotomies.
pubmed:affiliation
Department of Bioengineering, Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute, New York, NY 10003.
pubmed:publicationType
Journal Article