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Dislocated Toe after Bunion Surgery

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I had a Brostrum Repair and a bunionectomy on my right foot. With weeks after my surgery, my great toe dislocted.
My Dr. manipulated it back into place and splinted it.
Within a week of the splint coming off, it dislocated again.
I have been told that I will need surgery to fix the situation and am wondering what to expect as far as the procedure.
Thanks.


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    9 10

    I was told yesterday that the reommendation is fusion of the great toe joint. What are your thoughts regaridng fusion? Are there other surgical options. I am trying to gather information before I have a second opionion. Thank you.

    Vivian Abrams DPM

    9 10

    Fusing the joint is a recognized procedure for what you describe. If you can get your x-ray copies, get another opinion. Good luck.

    Vivian Abrams DPM

    9 10

    Not being able to see your foot, I can’t be 100% sure. But if your doctor has tried conservative measures and they have failed, then it is conceivable that surgery might be indicated.

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