FAI February 2021: Risk Factors for Complications Associated with Minimally Invasive Medial Displacement Calcaneal Osteotomy

Few studies have reported the outcomes following minimally invasive medial displacement calcaneal osteotomy (MDCO) for correction of pes planovalgus deformities.

In conclusion, patients with higher ASA classification, current tobacco use, and higher BMI were at higher risk for osteotomy healing complications after minimally invasive MDCO procedures. Patients were also more likely to develop nerve complications with more extensive surgical procedures.

 

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