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ABSTRACT: Level of evidence
Level V, expert opinion.
SUBMITTER: Bohl DD
PROVIDER: S-EPMC8697115 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Foot & ankle orthopaedics 20200422 2
Arthrodesis of an osteoarthritic second metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint is suboptimal because of altered gait mechanics; hence, joint-preserving procedures are of value. Autograft interpositional arthroplasty is one available option with excellent results, but there are potential concerns regarding donor site morbidity and insufficiency of the autograft material. We present here an alternative technique, an interpositional arthroplasty using allograft. Our technique includes a dorsal incision an ...[more]