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COMPRESSION ARTHRODESIS OF THE ANKLE



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Abstract

1. The results of compression arthrodesis of the ankle performed on fifty-five patients (four bilateral) are presented.

2. Fifty per cent of these ankles were immobilised for a total period of no more than eight weeks.

3. Bony fusion occurred in 91 per cent.

4. The subjective result was good or excellent in 88 per cent.

5. The theoretical disadvantages of the transverse incision are not serious in practice.

6. The best position for arthrodesis of the ankle is at, or close to, the right angle.

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