PREOPERATIVE AND POSTOPERATIVE RADIOLOGIC EVALUATION IN HALLUX VALGUS SURGERY

In this research radiological outcomes of hallux valgus surgeries which involved osteotomies of the first metatarsal has been retrospectively analyzed. A total of 25 patients who underwent surgery between 2020 and 2024 were evaluated. Preoperative and postoperative weight-bearing X-rays were analyzed to measure hallux valgus angle (HVA), intermetatarsal angle (IMA), and the first and second metatarsal length ratio (D1/D2). The results showed significant reductions in HVA and IMA after surgery, alongside a shortening of first metatarsal, indicating enhanced metatarsal alignment. The study concluded that surgical interventions effectively reduce hallux valgus deformity and improve both radiological and clinical outcomes. However, there exists limitations such as small sample size and short follow-up periods. Further studies are recommended to validate these findings and explore long-term effects.