Relationship of vitamin D receptor gene polymorphisms with susceptibility, surgical outcome and prognosis of hallux valgus in a Chinese Han population

Hallux valgus (HV), progressive bunion formation occurring in several stages, is characterized by lateral deviation of the big toe (hallux) and medial deviation of the first metatarsal (metatarsus primus varus). In its later stages, hallux valgus involves progressive subluxation of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint and transfer metatarsalgia [1,2]. According to a recent study involving patients in America, Germany, Russia, Spain, and China, the incidence of HV is 23% in adults aged 18 –65 years and 35.7% among those over 65 [3].
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research