During Draping for Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA),Should the Foot Be Prepped Into the Surgical Field or Be Covered?

Abstract

Recommendation:

There is insufficient data demonstrating any advantage or disadvantage to covering the toes during total ankle arthroplasty (TAA).

Level of Evidence:

Moderate.

Delegate Vote:

Agree: 100%, Disagree: 0%, Abstain: 0% (Unanimous, Strongest Consensus)

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