Equivalent Correction in Scarf and Chevron Osteotomy in Moderate and Severe Hallux Valgus: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract

In patients with moderate and severe hallux valgus, the results of chevron osteotomy were at least as effective as a scarf osteotomy. Recurrent subluxation of the first metatatarsophalangeal joint was the main cause for insufficient correction. We favor the chevron osteotomy because it is less invasive, without sacrificing correction of HVA and IMA.