Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Midfoot Arthrodesis Using Different Fixation Methods:

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Category:Midfoot/ForefootIntroduction/Purpose:Midfoot arthritis is a disabling condition, causing chronic foot pain and functional disability. The goals of midfoot arthrodesis are to a plantigrade, stable, and pain-free foot. The procedure can be technically demanding and associated with a number of complications. The use of midfoot-specific plate fixation has become more popular as an alternative to screw-only fixation. The purpose of this study was to compare the clinical and radiographic outcomes following midfoot arthrodesis using different fixation methods.Methods:This was a retrospective study of all midfoot arthrodeses performed at a single institution between January 2005 and December 2014. Patients qualified if they had a minimum of 12 months follow-up, specifically with patient-reported outcomes. Demographic and surgical information were collected. Final post-operative outcomes were reviewed and consisted of patient-reported functional measures, union rate, complications, and radiographic outcom...