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  • Title: Follow up of complete subtalar release for clubfoot--Evolution of different scores.
    Author: Schleicher I, Lappas K, Klein H, Szalay G, Kordelle J.
    Journal: Foot Ankle Surg; 2012 Mar; 18(1):55-61. PubMed ID: 22326006.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND: Even today there are still some cases of clubfoot that require a more extensive form of treatment. Thus, it is still essential to ascertain the development of the clubfoot after extensive release operations. METHOD: 70 children presenting 99 cases of primary clubfoot (age 8 months-10 years) were followed up after 4.5 and 9 years following complete subtalar release. Function, clinical and radiological results as well as 3 scores were assessed at both dates. RESULTS: Function and pain worsened between the two follow-up periods, whereas objective clinical and radiological results remained equivalent. 44-79% were rated good or excellent depending on the scoring system applied.Older children with primary clubfoot had comparable results to children operated on at a younger age; also pre-operated feet achieved similar results. CONCLUSION: In our opinion the results justify keeping complete release in mind as an alternative method in cases of severe residual and recurrent clubfoot.
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