Anatomical considerations for minimally invasive osteotomy of the fifth metatarsal for bunionette correction - A pilot study.

Introduction: Operative correction of symptomatic bunionette by means of minimally invasive (MI) osteotomies of the 5th metatarsal (M5) has gained popularity. This study aims to investigate the safe zones of commonly used techniques and the risk of injury to neurological structures.

Materials And Methods: Ten human fresh frozen cadaveric feet were dissected and branches of the sural nerve were identified.

Minimally invasive surgery for hallux valgus: a systematic review of current surgical techniques.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to systematically evaluate the available literature on minimally invasive surgical (MIS) treatment for hallux valgus and to provide an overview of the different surgical techniques.

Methods: A systematic review of the literature available in MEDLINE, EMBASE, and the Cochrane database was performed including studies from January 2001 to 1 January 2018. The radiological outcomes (hallux valgus angle (HVA), intermetatarsal angle (IMA)), complication rates, and clinical outcome scores were evaluated.

Results of operative 4-in-1 patella realignment in children with recurrent patella instability.

Purpose: Recurrent patellar instability is a cause of knee dysfunction, limitation and pain for children. If nonoperative treatment fails to stabilise the patella, operative realignment and stabilisation have been advocated. Operative techniques in the paediatric population must preserve physeal growth while ensuring stability.