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Figure 35C is a plantar view of the bones and resection guide 3320. Figure 35C illustrates a closer view of the stage in the surgical osteotomy procedure (e.g., an Akin osteotomy) of Figure 35A with the resection guide 3320 secured and positioned on the first proximal phalanx 3406. Figure 35C illustrates a stage in the surgical osteotomy procedure (e.g., an Akin osteotomy) in which a wedge resection has been performed. Fasteners 3310 serve to engage the proximal and distal parts of the first proximal phalanx 3406 after the resection and/or for subsequent repositioning of the proximal and distal parts of the first proximal phalanx 3406. Figure 35B illustrates a cutting tool such as an oscillating saw 3414 inserted into one of the resection features 3322.

Added by DJM Jan 2024