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Although many devices for this procedure exist, arthroereisis using screws is still globally used. Therefore, this study aims to revisit subtalar screw arthroereisis (SSA) and investigate its outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      We retrospectively reviewed 353 flexible flatfeet in 178 pediatric patients who underwent SSA between 2007 and 2020. Clinical and radiological assessments were conducted pre-implantation and pre-explantation. Radiographic angles were measured to quantify correction. Statistical analyses included\n                      <jats:italic>chi<\/jats:italic>\n                      -squared tests and Student\u2019s t-tests to evaluate clinical improvement and the impact of variables on outcomes.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The mean patient age at implantation was 11.96\u00a0years. 96.31% of feet showed clinical improvement postoperatively. Radiographic analysis demonstrated significant correction in most (83.33%) angular measurements, with the calcaneal pitch showing the strongest effect size. Postoperative complications occurred in 41.08% of FF, predominantly pain, and were mainly (84.13%) resolved with non-surgical treatment. 4.25% required implant revision, which was significantly more frequent in the younger age and female group.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>SSA for treatment of FF in children showed favorable results regarding improved clinical aspects and radiographic measurements. 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