Similar long-term recurrence rate and clinical outcome between scarf and chevron osteotomy .
This report has been verified
by one or more authors of the
original publication.
Long-term Follow-up of a Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Scarf to Chevron Osteotomy in Hallux Valgus Correction
Foot Ankle Int. 2016 Jul;37(7):687-9583 patients, with a total of 96 cases of hallux valgus, were randomized surgical correction using the scarf osteotomy or the chevron osteotomy. The purpose of this study was to compare recurrence rate, defined as a return of a hallux valgus angle of 15 degrees or more, between to two groups. Clinical outcome measures were also assessed and reported. Patients were followed-up for an average of 13.8 years postoperatively. No significant difference in recurrence rate was observed between groups.
Unlock the Full ACE Report
You have access to 4 more FREE articles this month.
Click below to unlock and view this ACE Reports
Unlock Now
Critical appraisals of the latest, high-impact randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews in orthopaedics
Access to OrthoEvidence podcast content, including collaborations with the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, interviews with internationally recognized surgeons, and roundtable discussions on orthopaedic news and topics
Subscription to The Pulse, a twice-weekly evidence-based newsletter designed to help you make better clinical decisions
Exclusive access to original content articles, including in-house systematic reviews, and articles on health research methods and hot orthopaedic topics
Or upgrade today and gain access to all OrthoEvidencecontent for as little as $1.99 per week.
Already have an account? Log in
0 of 4 monthly FREE articles unlocked
