Correction of Distal Metatarsal Articular Angle in Hallux Valgus Surgery Utilizing a Minimally Invasive Extra-Articular Metaphyseal Distal Transverse Osteotomy

Hallux valgus deformity frequently presents with an increased distal metatarsal articular angle (DMAA) which may require additional correction. Minimally invasive hallux valgus surgery is often used in patients with increased DMAA. We hypothesized that the triplanar correction with the minimally invasive extra-articular metaphyseal distal transverse osteotomy (META) would improve the DMAA, in addition to the hallux valgus angle (HVA), intermetatarsal angle (IMA), and patient-reported outcomes. A retrospective chart review was performed on patients who underwent an META procedure for hallux valgus correction. The DMAA, HVA, IMA were measured on preoperative, 2-week postoperative, and final follow-up radiographs. Patient demographics, complications, and Patient-Reported Outcomes Measure Information System (PROMIS) pain, function, and mobility scores were recorded. Univariate analysis and t-test were used to describe measurements between DMAA, HVA, and IMA. Twenty-seven META osteotomies were performed on 25 patients. At the final follow-up, mean DMAA, HVA, IMA decreased from 9.73 ± 1.96 to 4.35 ± 0.85 degrees, 30.45 ± 7.91 to 6.59 ± 2.75 degrees, and 15.37 ± 3.67 to 3.72 ± 1.84 degrees, respectively (P < .001). The PROMIS pain scores significantly improved from 58.96 ± 6.00 to 49.69 ± 9.35 at the final follow-up (P < .001). These observations imply successful resolution of hallux valgus, with a single META procedure. This approach may be an alternative to open or multiple corrections of hallux valgus, while preserving improvement in functional outcomes.<b>Level of Evidence:</b> Level IV.