Modified scarf osteotomy has a possible capability to be indicated against very severe hallux valgus deformity

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<title>Abstract</title> <p><bold>Background:</bold> Generally, scarf osteotomy is recommended for moderate-severe hallux valgus (HV) deformity. Although severe HV deformity is defined to be more than 40 degree (°), this definition of angular setting includes broad range of HV angle (HVA). Actually, very severe HV deformity such as more than 60° of the HVA is often seen. At present, whether scarf osteotomy would t...

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42478e2c-c0c4-548e-bd7b-4ab9a0566fe7

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10.21203/rs.3.rs-4386482/v1