3rd generation MICA with the "K-wires-first technique" - a step-by-step instruction and preliminary results. - Publication

Publication

3rd generation MICA with the "K-wires-first technique" - a step-by-step instruction and preliminary results.

Journal Paper/Review - Jan 18, 2022

Toepfer Andreas, Strässle Michael

Citation

Toepfer A, Strässle M. 3rd generation MICA with the "K-wires-first technique" - a step-by-step instruction and preliminary results. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2022; 23:66.

Type

Journal Paper/Review (English)

Journal

BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2022; 23

Publication Date

Jan 18, 2022

Issn Electronic

1471-2474

Brief description/objective

Minimally-invasive techniques for hallux valgus correction are becoming increasingly popular. In the last decades, multiple techniques for minimally-invasive hallux valgus correction have been described. MICA (Minimally-invasive Chevron & Akin), representing the 3rd generation of minimally-invasive hallux valgus correction, combines the advantages of an extraarticular osteotomy, stable internal fixation, and high potential for correction. This report aims to provide a step-by-step instruction of the surgical technique with the "K-wires-first" MICA modification, illustrated by detailed imaging of both intraoperative fluoroscopy and clinical imaging as well as corresponding sawbone models for each step. Preliminary results including radiological outcome and complications of the first 50 cases will be discussed.