Exemplar Questions Flashcards
What surgical procedure is generally considered the most appropriate for early stage hallux rigidus?
Cheilectomy
What is the standard post-operative management protocol following a distal metatarsal osteotomy?
Weight-bearing as tolerated in a post op shoe for 4-6 weeks
What is the most common cause of TPTD?
Degenerative changes
What procedure is most commonly used for the treatment of a flexible flat-foot deformity?
Lateral column lengthening
What does the PASCOM-10 system track?
Various outcomes for podiatric surgery, it considers:
Re-operation rates
Patient satisfaction scores
Complication rates
Healing times
What is commonly involved in surgical management of osteochondral lesions of the talus?
Arthroscopic debridement and micro-fracture
What is an effective surgical treatment for chronic Achilles tendon rupture?
Gastrocnemius-soleus complex lengthening
What are the main signs of femoral anteversion in children?
Intoeing gait and a history of sitting in the ‘W’ position
What factor is most critical in terms of deciding a treatment plan for a patient with a diabetic foot ulcer?
The presence of peripheral arterial disease
What should the initial treatment of diabetic Charcot foot primarily focus on?
Offloading and immobilisation
What is a common complication following a flexor tendon transfer for hammertoe correction?
Transfer metatarsalgia
What test should be used to evaluate a suspected Achilles tendon rupture?
Thompson Test
What is a primary indication for a metatarsal lengthening osteotomy?
Brachymetatarsia - one of the metatarsal bones in the foot is significantly shorter than the others
What is the most common complication following a gastrocnemius recession?
Overlengthening leading to weakness
