Abstract
Background Complications in the form of avascular necrosis, non-union, malunion have been reported following Mitchell’s osteotomy but no report of synostosis between first and second metatarsal have been reported. A case of cross union between first and second metatarsal following Mitchell’s osteotomy for hallux valgus in a 57-year-old lady is presented. This patient had Mitchell’s osteotomy on both her feet 7 years back. She presented with tingling in her toes and swelling in first web space. X-ray of the left foot showed bony bridge between distal third of first and second metatarsal.
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