Tarsometatarsal amputation is also known as -
Paial foot amputation The problem here is that the tendo-Achillis tends to pull the foot into equinus; this can be prevented by splintage, tenotomy or tendon transfers. The foot may be amputated at any convenient level; for example, through the mid-tarsal joints (Chopa), through the tarsometatarsal joints (LISFRANC&;s), through the metatarsal bones or through the metatarsophalangeal joints. It is best to disregard the classic descriptions and to leave as long a foot as possible provided it is plantigrade and that an adequate flap of plantar skin can be obtained. The only prosthesis needed is a specially moulded slipper worn inside a normal shoe. REF:Apley&;s system of ohopaedics- 9th edn pg no 327 .
Chopa's amputation
Lisfranc amputation
Pirogoff amputation
Symes amputation
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