Biomet Reunite absorbable fixation in lesser metatarsal chevron shortening osteotomy: a new fixation technique

J Foot Ankle Surg. 2003 Mar-Apr;42(2):105-7. doi: 10.1016/s1067-2516(03)70010-6.

Abstract

A procedure to fixate lesser metatarsal osteotomies with absorbable internal fixation is presented. This method may help prevent metatarsal head and toe elevatus.

MeSH terms

  • Absorbable Implants*
  • Bone Nails*
  • Hallux Valgus / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Metatarsal Bones / surgery*
  • Osteotomy / instrumentation*
  • Osteotomy / methods