Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Supramalleolar osteotomy is an option in treating ankle osteoarthritis, being the main indication in cases with partial joint involvement and preserving at least 50% of the joint surface. With an adequate understanding of the pathology and a proper surgical indication for joint realignment, most patients do not need conversion to arthrodesis or ankle arthroplasty with short or medium follow-up. Level of evidence V; Expert opinion.
Source: Journal of the Foot & Ankle
Author: Paulo César De César
Institution: Hospital Mãe de Deus
Language: English
Topic: Foot and Ankle Surgery
Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4407057024