The Impact of Forefoot Alignment and Arthritic Change on Conversion to Fusion after Synthetic Cartilage Implant Placement for Hallux Rigidus
Category: Midfoot/Forefoot Introduction/Purpose: There are several treatments for hallux rigidus, including the use of a synthetic cartilage implant (SCI). Level I studies have shown success with these implants, but some patients do require conversion to arthrodesis for ongoing symptoms. The purpose...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2022-01-01
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Series: | Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/2473011421S00512 |