With the objective of assessing the effectiveness of the surgical technique involving neurectomy through plantar, cross-sectional port out of the load zone in individuals with Morton’s neuroma, 217 patients were submitted to this treatment. A total of 264 feet were observed, being 32.2% right feet, 46.1% left feet, and 21.7% bilaterally. Regarding gender, 86.6% of the occurrences were seen in women, and 13.4% in men. Regarding the site, 83.5% (220 neuromas) were present at the third interdigital space, 7.5% at the second space, and 47 patients presented it bilaterally. The average follow-up time was 7.5 years, ranging from 4 to 216 months, with satisfactory and fair outcomes in 95.8% of all patients, with only 11 patients (4.2%) not satisfied with the overall treatment. The authors conclude, therefore, that neurectomy through cross-sectional plantar port is a satisfactory option, with good anatomical view of the neuroma, evolving well to healing, early return to activities and patient satisfaction with the outcome achieved.
Morton Neuroma; Foot deseases; Surgical procedures; operative at foot
