Global prevalence and incidence of hallux valgus: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Though hallux valgus is a common foot deformity, the integrated information on its global prevalence and incidence is relatively lacking. The aim of this research was to assess the global prevalence and incidence of hallux valgus, thus providing reliable data reference for clinical practice.

Methods

A systematic review of global hallux valgus research publications concerning its prevalence and incidence was performed based on six electronic databases ((PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), China Online Journals and CQVIP)) from their inception to November 16, 2022. The search terms included "hallux valgus or bunion and prevalence or incidence or epidemiology." All languages were included. Data were extracted by country

SUBMITTER: Cai Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10510234 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature