Correction of valgus of fifth metatarsal and varus of the fifth toes by percutaneous distal osteotomy

Abstract

In this paper, the Authors suggest the performance of percutaneous distal osteotomy of the fifth metatarsal neck by a rapid, mini-invasive technique, without joint capsule procedures for the correction of fifth ray deformities with a valgus fifth metatarsal and a varus fifth toe. The procedure was carried out in 25 foots who underwent surgery between January 2002 and May 2005, with an 8-month to 4-year follow-up. The clinical results were evaluated by the AOFAS score which identified an improvement of the obtained score, with over 90% of the results classified between excellent and good.