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First MTP(Big toe) fusion-Medial midline skin incision

First MTP (Big toe) fusion - The proximal phalynx dissected

First MTP(Big toe) fusion -Preparation of the proximal phalynx

First MTP (Big toe) fusion - correctly positioned phalynx
First MTP (Big toe) fusion - post operative
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First MTP (Big toe) fusion - correctly positioned phalynx
First MTP (Big toe) fusion - correctly positioned phalynx
Correctly positioned the distal phalynx sits just off the flat surface. If too dorsiflexed the dorsal surface of the toe will rub on shoewear.