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Medial talo-calcaneal coalition. Case report
B D Daly1, M J Towers, S Hamilton
1Dept. of Radiology, Meath Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.
European Journal of Radiology
|November 1, 1988
Summary
Medial talo-calcaneal coalition, a rare developmental issue, causes adolescent foot pain after exercise. Early detection is key as it can lead to flat foot and arthritis.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Developmental biology
- Radiology
Background:
- Medial talo-calcaneal coalition is an uncommon developmental anomaly.
- It involves abnormal articulation between the talus and calcaneus bones in the foot.
Observation:
- This condition typically presents in adolescents.
- Symptoms include pain after physical activity and a palpable lump.
- It can lead to secondary conditions like flat foot and premature osteoarthrosis.
Findings:
- The coalition arises from the sustentaculum tali and articulates with the talus.
- It can manifest as bony, cartilaginous, or fibrous ankylosis.
- Standard ankle X-rays may miss this anomaly.
Implications:
- Requires advanced imaging like oblique views and tomography for accurate diagnosis.
- Timely identification is crucial to manage symptoms and prevent complications.
- Understanding this coalition aids in orthopedic treatment strategies for adolescent foot pain.