Akin osteotomy: Is the type of staple fixation relevant?
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DOI: 10.1007/s00264-020-04563-4
Abstract: Background Although different fixation techniques for the Akin osteotomy have been described in the literature, there are no many studies trying to analyze the differences between the types of fixation available. The aim of this… read more here.
Keywords: staple fixation; fixation; akin osteotomy; staple ... See more keywords
Screw versus staple fixation for Akin osteotomy.
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DOI: 10.1308/rcsann.2021.0029
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Akin osteotomies are commonly fixed with a screw or staple. Hardware-related symptoms are not uncommon. We compared the outcomes and costs of the two implants. METHODS We evaluated 74 Akin osteotomies performed in conjunction… read more here.
Keywords: staple fixation; fixation; screw fixation; osteotomy ... See more keywords