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Hallux valgus.
The Medical clinics of North America - 1 Mar 2014
Hecht Paul J, Lin Timothy J
Abstract excerpt
Hallux valgus is a common foot problem whose cause and progression is multifactorial, complex, and poorly known. Hallux valgus shows a predilection toward women. It is a progressive disorder with no treatment known to slow or stop progression. Surgery is indicated in healthy individuals when nonoperative measures fail. Adverse effects of surgery include infection and recurrence. Many procedures have been...
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