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hallux valgus, basal osteotomy - operative indications
hallux valgus, basal osteotomy - operative considerations

Hallux valgus, basal osteotomy-initial steps

Hallux valgus, basal osteotomy-controlled levering

Hallux valgus, basal osteotomy-opening wedge
post operative protocol
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Hallux valgus, basal osteotomy-opening wedge

Hallux valgus, basal osteotomy-opening wedge
The effect upon the DMAA(distal metatarsal articular angle,)of the opening wedge is understandably to push the articular surface of the metatarsal further into valgus