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First metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasties in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Authors :
O'Keefe JS
Schweitzer J
Bentrem DJ
Glasheen WP
Edlich RF
Source :
Journal of long-term effects of medical implants [J Long Term Eff Med Implants] 1995; Vol. 5 (2), pp. 105-10.
Publication Year :
1995

Abstract

This retrospective analysis of arthroplasty of the first metatarsophalangeal joint documents the incidence of surgery as well as the selection of the commercially available implants. During a 1-year period, 1994, arthroplasties were performed in 47 of the 1.7 million subscribers to Trigon Blue Cross Blue Shield of Virginia. Women received the majority of the arthroplasties (83%). Of the 47 cases, the silicone implant was predominantly used (83%). The most common indications for arthroplasty were hallux valgus (30%) and hallux rigidus (28%). Podiatrists performed 79% of the procedures, while orthopedic surgeons performed the remaining 21% of the cases. A prospective study is needed that will assess the long-term performance of the different implants.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1050-6934
Volume :
5
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of long-term effects of medical implants
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
10163355