Abstract
The Lapidus arthrodesis can be used to correct pathology within the forefoot or midfoot,
and severe hallux valgus deformities as well as hypermobility of the medial column
may be amenable to correction with this procedure. Many different skeletal fixation
methods have been described for this procedure, and one form that appears to provide
enough construct stability to allow patients to bear weight early in the postoperative
period is described herein. This construct consists of an interfragmental compression
screw oriented from the plantar aspect of the first metatarsal to the superior aspect
of the medial cuneiform, with medial locking plate augmentation.
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Publication history
Published online: May 25, 2012
Footnotes
Financial Disclosure: None reported.
Conflict of Interest: Dr Cottom has worked as a Consultant/Speaker for Arthrex Inc, Naples, Florida. No financial support was given for this work.
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© 2012 American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
