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Suture anchor stabilization of symptomatic accessory navicular in adolescents: Clinical and radiographic outcomes.

Masataka KakihanaYuki TochigiTakayuki YamazakiMasanori OhashiSatoru Ozeki
Published in: Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong) (2021)
Despite the modest bone union rate, the clinical outcomes suggest distinct symptom-relieving effect, at least in the short- to midterm, while the radiographic measurements suggest positive biomechanical effects. The present suture-anchor stabilization concept appears to be a promising treatment option for persistent symptomatic accessory navicular in adolescent cases.
Keyphrases
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