Abstract

Objective To evaluate theresult of Screwless Scarf osteotomy for the treatment of moderate to severe hallux valgus. Methods From January 2016 to May 2017, 13 patients with 15 feet underwent Screwless (without internal fixation) Scarf osteotomy for the treatment of moderate to severe hallux valgus.The hallux valgus angle (HVA) and intermetatarsal angle(IMA) were compared before and after surgery.Clinical outcomes were assessed by American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) scoring. Results The mean follow-up was 6 months in all the patients(range, 2-12 months). HVA was decreased by 25.7°(form 38.8°preoperative to 13.1°postoperative). IMA was decreased by 9.6°(form 18.3°preoperative to 8.7°postoperative). AOFAS sore was increase by 39.7 points (45.7 points preoperative to 85.4 points). The incidence of excellence was 86.7%. Conclusions Satisfactory clinical outcomes can be achieved by screwless Scarf osteotomy for moderate or severe hallux valgus.However, strict indications and sufficient surgical skills are crucial. Key words: Hallux valgus; Osteotomy; Treatment outcome

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