Journal of foot and ankle research
Prevalence of Hallux Valgus in Patients With Femoral Neck Fracture and Its Association With Postoperative Functional Outcomes
Von Kanazawa K, Akiho S, Sakai M und 4 weiteren.
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Abstract
Background
Hallux valgus is a frequent forefoot deformity in older adults and has been linked to impaired balance, gait dysfunction, and increased fall risk. However, its prevalence among patients with femoral neck fracture and its association with postoperative functional outcomes remain unclear.
Methods
This single-center retrospective study included 235 patients aged ≥ 65 years with available radiographic data who underwent surgery for femoral neck fracture between 2022 and 2024. Hallux valgus was defined on weight-bearing radiographs as a hallux valgus angle (HVA) ≥ 20°. Functional outcomes were evaluated using the Functional Independence Measure (FIM) at 3 months postoperatively. Multivariable linear regression analysis was performed to determine whether hallux valgus was independently associated with motor FIM scores after adjustment for age, sex, surgical procedure, and cognitive function.