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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XLIII | Pages 67 - 67
1 Sep 2012
MINIMALLY INVASIVE CHEVRON OSTEOTOMY; FUNCTIONAL OUTCOME AND COMPARISON WITH OPEN CHEVRON OSTEOTOMY
Morgan S Roushdi I Benerjee R Palmer S
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Introduction

Symptomatic hallux valgus is a common clinical problem, current trends is towards minimally invasive procedures. The goal of this study is to evaluate the outcome of minimally invasive chevron ostoetomy, comparing it with a matched group who had open chevron osteotomy.

Methods

Prospective study, 54 patients. MIS group 25 patients between October 2009 and November 2010. Open group 29 patients between Feb 2008 and October 2010. Inclusion criteria included, mild to moderate hallux valgus, no previous history of foot surgery, no history of inflammatory arthritis, or MTPJ arthritis. All the operations were performed by the senior author. Functional outcome and pain were evaluated using pre and post operative Manchester Oxford Foot and ankle questionnaire (MOXFQ). IMA and HVA, avascular necrosis and union were assessed. Complications and satisfaction were recorded.