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Complete lateral dislocation of the talus without fracture
P Korovessis1, P Spastris, P Sidiropoulos
1Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital, Agios Andreas, Patras, Greece.
Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
|January 1, 1992
Summary
A rare total talar dislocation without fracture was successfully treated with open reduction and stabilization. This case demonstrates good functional and radiographic outcomes at two years, avoiding avascular necrosis or arthritis.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Traumatology
- Radiology
Background:
- Total talar dislocation without associated fracture is exceptionally rare.
- This injury poses significant challenges for closed reduction techniques.
Observation:
- A patient presented with a pure total talar dislocation.
- Closed reduction attempts were unsuccessful.
Findings:
- Open reduction and stabilization using Steinmann pins were performed.
- At 2-year follow-up, the patient exhibited excellent functional and radiographic results.
- No signs of post-traumatic avascular necrosis or arthritis were observed.
Implications:
- This case highlights the feasibility and efficacy of surgical intervention for complete talar dislocations.
- It provides a potential treatment paradigm for this rare orthopedic injury.
- Early surgical management may prevent long-term complications like avascular necrosis and arthritis.