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Epidemiological study on talus fractures
Marcos Hideyo Sakaki1, Guilherme Honda Saito1, Rafael Garcia de Oliveira1
1Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (IOT-HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
Revista Brasileira De Ortopedia
|August 1, 2015
Summary
Talus fractures, often occurring in young males due to high-energy trauma like traffic accidents, most commonly affect the talar neck. Associated fractures are frequent, with an average hospital stay of 11 days.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Traumatology
- Podiatric Surgery
Background:
- Talus fractures are complex injuries often resulting from high-energy trauma.
- Understanding patient demographics and injury patterns is crucial for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the characteristics of patients presenting with talus fractures.
- To identify associated injuries and complications in talus fracture cases.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of patients with talus fractures hospitalized between 2006 and 2011.
- Evaluation of patient profiles, risk factors, fracture types, treatment, and acute complications.
Main Results:
- The study included 23 cases, predominantly affecting males (4.8:1 ratio).
- Traffic accidents were the most common cause, with talar neck fractures being most frequent (17 cases).
- Seven patients had peritalar dislocation, four had open fractures, and 11 had associated fractures; mean hospital stay was 11 days.
Conclusions:
- Talus fractures predominantly affect young males from high-energy trauma, with talar neck fractures being most common.
- Nearly half of the cases involved associated fractures, highlighting the severity of these injuries.
- The average hospital stay was 11 days, with a mean of six days to definitive treatment.
