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Title: Surgical decision making for stage IV adult acquired flatfoot disorder. Author: Peterson KS, Hyer CF. Journal: Clin Podiatr Med Surg; 2014 Jul; 31(3):445-54. PubMed ID: 24980933. Abstract: Adult acquired flatfoot deformity is a debilitating musculoskeletal condition affecting the lower extremity. Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is the primary etiology for the development of a flatfoot deformity in an adult. PTTD is classified into 4 stages (with stage IV subdivided into stage IV-A and IV-B). This classification is described in detail in this article.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]