Tendon interpositional arthroplasty of the fourth-fifth metatarsocuboid joint

J Foot Ankle Surg. 2002 May-Jun;41(3):173-7. doi: 10.1016/s1067-2516(02)80067-9.

Abstract

The most common complaints of patients with tarsal-metatarsal arthritis are severe loss of function and painful ambulation. In cases of failed conservative management, the recommended treatment is arthrodesis of the affected joint(s). This article presents a report of three cases of fourth-fifth metatarsocuboid arthritis treated with a fourth-fifth metatarsocuboid interposition alarthroplasty. Follow-up evaluation of all three patients demonstrated satisfactory pain relief. No postoperative complications were noted in any of the patients. Although more study is needed to evaluate the use of fourth-fifth metatarsocuboid tendon interpositional arthroplasty, the procedure offers promise and a suitable alternative to arthrodesis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Arthritis / surgery*
  • Arthroplasty / methods*
  • Female
  • Foot / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Tarsal Joints / surgery*
  • Tendons / surgery*