Entry points of nutrient arteries at risk during osteotomy of the lesser metatarsals: a fresh cadaveric study

Entry points of nutrient arteries at risk during osteotomy of the lesser metatarsals: a fresh cadaveric study

Abstract Background Osteotomies of the lesser (second to fourth) metatarsals are often used to correct forefoot deformities. However, certain areas of the lesser metatarsals where arteries may be prone to damage during surgery, and the resulting nonunion and delayed union could cause serious problem...

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Main Authors: Ichiro Tonogai, Fumio Hayashi, Yoshihiro Tsuruo, Koichi Sairyo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2018-08-01
Series:Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
Subjects:
Lesser metatarsal
Nutrient artery
Osteotomy
Cadaver
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13047-018-0288-8

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