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Which is Preferred? Metatarsal Osteotomy or Metatarsal Head Resection for healing Diabetic Foot Ulcers

The management of distal diabetic foot ulcers requires precise surgical interventions, and a recent study sheds light on two key approaches: Metatarsal Osteotomy (OC technique) and Metatarsal Head Resection (MHR). This early comparative study provides valuable insights into their effectiveness, healing times, and associated complications. Study Overview This retrospective study reviewed 31 patients (14 undergoing... Continue Reading →

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Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment: The Promise of Minimally Invasive Offloading Osteotomy

Introduction:Diabetes mellitus, a global health challenge, often leads to complex complications, one of which is the diabetic foot ulcer. These ulcers, arising as a consequence of the disease, pose significant treatment challenges. However, a new study sheds light on an innovative approach that could change the way these ulcers are treated. Study Overview:A recent study,... Continue Reading →

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Surgical Treatment of Plantar First Metatarsal Ulcerations in High-Risk Patients: A Case Series @JAPMAtweets @ALPSlimb

Practical, logical how-to series from Cates and coworkers in JAPMABackground: Plantar first metatarsal ulcerations pose a difficult challenge to clinicians. Etiologies vary and include first metatarsal declination, cavus foot deformity, equinus contracture, and hallux limitus/rigidus. Our pragmatic, sequential approach to the multiple contributing etiologies of increased plantar pressure sub-first metatarsal can be addressed through minimal... Continue Reading →

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