2023
DOI: 10.1007/s00276-023-03267-9
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Anthropometric measurements of the foot cannot predict the screw diameter for fifth metatarsal fractures intramedullary fixation

Panagiotis D. Symeonidis,
Trifon Totlis,
Iasonas Dermitzakis
et al.

Abstract: Purpose The present study aimed to evaluate the accuracy of anthropometric foot measurements in predicting the diameter of the intramedullary screw for fifth metatarsal fracture fixation. Secondary aim was to identify whether the fifth metatarsal intramedullary canal diameter is correlated to the fifth metatarsal length and the foot dimensions. Methods In 29 cadaveric feet, the maximum length of the plantar surface of the foot (PL) and the perimeter of the… Show more

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