Forefoot amputation in rheumatoid arthritis

Authors

  • Jorgen Arreskov Andersen
  • Kaj Erik Kläborgo

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678709146363

Abstract

Five patients with long-standing rheumatoid arthritis underwent transmetatar-sal amputation. Operative indications were severe pain on walking, marked deformity of the forefoot, and no effect of conservative treatment. After a median follow-up time of 7 (1-12) years, 4 patients had no pain, all patients could wear normal shoes, and the gait was significantly improved without imbalance.

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Published

1987-01-01

How to Cite

Andersen, J. A., & Kläborgo, K. E. (1987). Forefoot amputation in rheumatoid arthritis. Acta Orthopaedica, 58(4), 394–397. https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678709146363