Medial Column Arthrodesis Using an Anatomic Distal Fibular Locking Plate.

Publication/Presentation Date

1-1-2015

Abstract

The medial column fusion is performed for a multitude of etiologies, including peritalar subluxation deformity, Charcot arthropathy, trauma, post-traumatic degenerative joint disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. Various surgical techniques have been described for medial column arthrodesis. We describe a new fixation method using an anatomic distal fibular locking plate for medial column arthrodesis. This technique provides a rigid construct in compromised or at risk bone. After a review of the surgical technique, we outline 2 case examples of patients with peritalar subluxation and Charcot arthropathy.

Volume

54

Issue

4

First Page

671

Last Page

676

ISSN

1542-2224

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

PubMedID

24998041

Department(s)

Department of Surgery

Document Type

Article

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