Wu K K
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan.
J Foot Surg. 1992 May-Jun;31(3):288-97.
The author discusses his modification of the Mitchell distal metatarsal osteotomy/bunionectomy, in a study of 150 cases. He advocates a distal transverse first metatarsal osteotomy, with fixation using Herbert bone screws. Stepwise description of the surgical technique with evaluation of cases including complications is provided.