This video explains that minimally invasive surgery is not appropriate for every bunion. The speaker uses bunion size as an example, saying that a larger deformity may require a larger incision for adequate exposure, while smaller bunions may be better suited to a small-incision approach. Individual assessment remains central to the candidacy decision.
Video transcript
This transcript has been lightly edited for clarity.
Who is a candidate for minimally invasive surgery? Not every patient is a candidate. For example, if a bunion is very large, the surgeon may need a larger incision to obtain more exposure of the soft tissue and bone. The speaker says patients with smaller bunions may be good candidates for minimally invasive, small-incision surgery.
Key takeaways
- Not every bunion is suited to minimally invasive surgery.
- The speaker says a larger bunion may require a larger incision for exposure.
- Smaller bunions are presented as more likely candidates for a small-incision approach.
