Dorsomedial Approach to MTP Joint of Great Toe

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Introduction
  • Make 5 cm incision just medial and parallel to EHL
    • begin just proximal to IP joint
  
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Preparation
    
Technique
  • Approach
  • Deep dissection
    • divide fascia and retract EHL laterally
    • make racquet-shaped flap/incision through fascia and into joint
      • base of the flap should attach at base of proximal phalanx
  
Dangers
  • Nerves
  

 

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