| 摘要 |
An internal plate fixation device is provided for load bearing and non-load bearing fixation during and after a Ludloff osteotomy procedure for hallux valgus correction in the first metatarsal bone of the foot. The fixation device includes a U-shaped plate having a straight section interconnecting a pair of opposed legs which are bent relative to the straight section. The straight section is formed therethrough with a set of non-threaded holes for receiving non-locking screws therein, and the legs are formed therethrough with a set of threaded holes for receiving locking screws therein. The straight section and the non-locking screws are configured to engage a dorsal portion of the first metatarsal bone. The legs and the locking screws are configured to engage a medial portion of the first metatarsal bone.
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