Abstract
The modified Wilson osteotomy is a V-shaped osteotomy of the first metatarsal neck made in the sagittal plane with the apex of the V pointed proximally (Fig. 7.1). This osteotomy allows the head of the first metatarsal to be displaced laterally to reduce the intermetatarsal angle. The V-shape contributes stability. The best results are obtained when the procedure is performed on a foot with a mild to moderate hallux valgus deformity, a flexible first metatarsal phalangeal joint, and a mild to moderately increased metatarsus primus varus angle.
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Nadal, S. (2013). Minimally Invasive Modified Wilson Osteotomy for the Treatment of Hallux Valgus. In: Maffuli, N., Easley, M. (eds) Minimally Invasive Forefoot Surgery in Clinical Practice. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-4489-2_7
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