Cerclage Fibreux in the Treatment of Hallux Valgus

Abstract

Resection arthroplasty was performed in 62 feet, with follow-up at an average of 36 months (range, 17–68 months). All cases were performed using a combined cerclage fibreux. The mean age at operation was 61 years (range, 49–77 years). The mean score according to the hallux metatarsophalangeal-interphalangeal scale of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society was 81 points (range, 25–100 points). Correction of the hallux valgus angle at follow-up averaged 23° (range, 0–45°). The first intermetatarsal angle had been corrected an average of 3° (range, 0–14°). Transfer metatarsalgia was encountered in eight patients. No hallux varus or cock-up deformity was detected.