Abstract
Metallic proximal phalangeal hemiarthroplasty has been described for the surgical treatment of moderate to severe hallux rigidus. This long-term follow-up of an extended case series of 37 patients who underwent the index operation demonstrated a high rate (93%) of patient satisfaction, and significant improvement in Foot Function Index scores.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Aged
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Arthroplasty / instrumentation*
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Arthroplasty / methods
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Female
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Hallux / diagnostic imaging
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Hallux / surgery
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Hallux Rigidus / pathology
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Hallux Rigidus / surgery*
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Humans
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Male
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Metals
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Metatarsophalangeal Joint / diagnostic imaging
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Metatarsophalangeal Joint / surgery
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Middle Aged
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Radiography
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Toe Phalanges / surgery*
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Treatment Outcome