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Combined ankle and talus fractures--a case report
Bulletin of the Hospital for Joint Disease (2013)
|September 17, 2013
Summary
This case study details the successful surgical treatment of a complex ankle fracture involving the talus. The patient achieved full recovery and returned to previous activities, demonstrating effective management of severe supination-adduction ankle injuries.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Traumatology
- Radiology
Background:
- Complex ankle fractures, particularly those involving the talus, present significant management challenges.
- Supination-adduction ankle fractures with talar involvement require careful surgical planning and execution.
Observation:
- A 50-year-old male presented with a supination-adduction ankle fracture and a sagittal split fracture of the talus.
- Initial treatment involved splinting, followed by external fixation due to soft tissue swelling.
- Definitive treatment consisted of open reduction and internal fixation after swelling subsided.
Findings:
- Postoperative radiographic evidence of a positive Hawkin's sign at 6 weeks indicated good vascularity of the talus.
- Complete radiographic fracture healing was observed by 3 months postoperatively.
- Excellent functional recovery was noted at 6 months and 1 year, with return to full activities.
Implications:
- This case highlights the efficacy of a staged surgical approach for complex talar fractures.
- Early recognition of radiographic signs like Hawkin's sign is crucial for predicting outcomes.
- Successful management can lead to complete functional recovery and return to pre-injury activity levels.
