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  • Title: A simple method of arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint.
    Author: Chana GS, Andrew TA, Cotterill CP.
    Journal: J Bone Joint Surg Br; 1984 Nov; 66(5):703-5. PubMed ID: 6501364.
    Abstract:
    Eighty-seven feet have been reviewed after arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint stabilised by chromic catgut. Radiological union was present in 90% of patients at the mean review time of six years. Twenty-four patients had significant metatarsalgia before operation and only two failed to improve afterwards. Excellent or good subjective results were reported in 94% of patients at review. Chromic catgut is advocated as a simple and effective method of stabilising an arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint.
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