Supramalleolar osteotomy

Clin Podiatr Med Surg. 2009 Apr;26(2):245-57. doi: 10.1016/j.cpm.2008.12.008.

Abstract

Supramalleolar osteotomy for posttraumatic malunion, developmental or physeal deformities, congenital malalignment, or focal articular degenerative problems in the ankle is a useful surgical technique. Accurate evaluation of the distal tibial deformity, weight-bearing radiographs, and soft tissue examination for contractures and instability ensure proper decision making. Osteotomy planning must involve all components of the deformity, including the foot, and respect osteotomy principles.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Ankle Injuries / complications
  • Ankle Injuries / diagnostic imaging
  • Ankle Injuries / surgery
  • Bone Malalignment / diagnostic imaging
  • Bone Malalignment / surgery*
  • External Fixators*
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Foot Deformities, Acquired / diagnostic imaging
  • Foot Deformities, Acquired / etiology
  • Foot Deformities, Acquired / surgery
  • Humans
  • Joint Deformities, Acquired / diagnostic imaging
  • Joint Deformities, Acquired / etiology
  • Joint Deformities, Acquired / surgery*
  • Male
  • Osteotomy / instrumentation
  • Osteotomy / methods*
  • Radiography
  • Recovery of Function
  • Risk Assessment
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Tibia / diagnostic imaging
  • Tibia / surgery*
  • Treatment Outcome