The first metatarsophalangeal joint meniscus and its relation to hallux valgus deformity--an anatomical and clinical study. KU Leuven
BACKGROUND: This study describes the anatomy and incidence of the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint meniscus, a structure not mentioned before in literature. METHODS: An anatomical cadaver study on 102 feet was performed with special attention to the first MTP joint anatomy. These results were compared with the per-operative findings in a clinical prospective study on 100 consecutive hallux valgus surgeries. RESULTS: On cadavers this meniscus is ...