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What are the differences between a bunionectomy and a cheilectomy?
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A cheilectomy : Is when the doc simply removes some spurring and this is usally for a hallux limitus deformity. With hallux limitus the spurring is usually dorsally. A bunionectomy is removal of bunion which is usually medially (on the side).
Answered 8/10/2018
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