Muhammad Saleem Shahid1, Paul Lee, Sam Evans, Rhys Thomas. 1. Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Whipps Cross University Hospital, Leytonstone, London E11 1NR, United Kingdom. muhammad.shahid@whippsx.nhs.uk
Abstract
BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to assess bone loss and thickness of the cut with the use of a burr in percutaneous hallux valgus surgery. METHODS: Twelve blocks of saw bone were used. Cuts of same depth were made in each block with two different saw blades and a burr. Each block was assessed for bone loss and thickness of the cut. RESULTS: There was statistically significant (p<0.05) increased bone loss and thickness of the cuts with the use of a burr as compared to use of two different saw blades. The use of a burr resulted in threefold increased loss of bone material and fourfold increase in the thickness of the cut as compare to use of two different saw blades. CONCLUSION: The metatarsal shortening is a risk factor in percutaneous hallux valgus surgery with the use of a burr.
BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to assess bone loss and thickness of the cut with the use of a burr in percutaneous hallux valgus surgery. METHODS: Twelve blocks of saw bone were used. Cuts of same depth were made in each block with two different saw blades and a burr. Each block was assessed for bone loss and thickness of the cut. RESULTS: There was statistically significant (p<0.05) increased bone loss and thickness of the cuts with the use of a burr as compared to use of two different saw blades. The use of a burr resulted in threefold increased loss of bone material and fourfold increase in the thickness of the cut as compare to use of two different saw blades. CONCLUSION: The metatarsal shortening is a risk factor in percutaneous hallux valgus surgery with the use of a burr.