Surgical Approaches to the Foot and AnkleThe field of foot and ankle surgery is summarized in this concise and illustrated guide to surgical anatomy and surgical technique. It aims to be a foundation text for anyone working in foot and ankle surgery. Coverage features the latest advances in instrumentation including jigs, clamps, drills and lasers. Most importantly, line illustrations delineate the subtleties of surgical technique and describe pitfalls to be avoided. |
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Page 36
... bony surfaces are of paramount importance for successful arthrodesis . In some circumstances this may require the irrigation of the joint and additional light in order to inspect the area for complete cartilage removal . In many ...
... bony surfaces are of paramount importance for successful arthrodesis . In some circumstances this may require the irrigation of the joint and additional light in order to inspect the area for complete cartilage removal . In many ...
Page 187
... bony sur- faces with a minimal resection of bone ( Fig . 21-24 ) . The cuts are completed Figure 21-24 Bony cuts for interphalangeal arthrodesis . in order to allow for the simultaneous positioning of the APPROACHES TO THE GREAT TOE 187.
... bony sur- faces with a minimal resection of bone ( Fig . 21-24 ) . The cuts are completed Figure 21-24 Bony cuts for interphalangeal arthrodesis . in order to allow for the simultaneous positioning of the APPROACHES TO THE GREAT TOE 187.
Page 211
... bony exostosis that is located beneath the keratosis . A dorsal longitudinal incision is used to approach the involved area ( see Fig . 23-9 ) . A lateral incision or an incision immediately over the hard corn is to be avoided because ...
... bony exostosis that is located beneath the keratosis . A dorsal longitudinal incision is used to approach the involved area ( see Fig . 23-9 ) . A lateral incision or an incision immediately over the hard corn is to be avoided because ...
Contents
MANAGEMENT OF SOFT TISSUES | 9 |
Suture and Closure Techniques | 15 |
INSTRUMENTS | 21 |
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