Intraosseous Sliding Plate Fixation Used in Double Osteotomy Bunionectomy.

Background:: Distal chevron metatarsal osteotomy bunionectomy is a commonly performed procedure for the treatment of mild to moderate hallux valgus. We continue to use the intraosseous sliding osteotomy plate system for fixation of the distal metatarsal osteotomy. With the addition of the Akin osteotomy, we are able to obtain reliable, reproducible correction with better cosmesis and increased patient satisfaction for more advanced deformities.

Assessment of Conduit-Assisted Primary Nerve Repair Strength With Varying Suture Size, Number, and Location.

Outcomes following digital nerve repair are suboptimal despite much research and various methods of repair. Increased tensile strength of the repair and decreased suture material at the repair site may be 2 methods of improving biologic and biomechanical outcomes, and conduit-assisted repair can aid in achieving both of these goals. Ninety-nine fresh-frozen digital nerves were equally divided into 11 different groups.