The Diagnosis, Management and Complications Associated with Fractures of the Talus.

Open Orthop J

Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, The Whittington Hospital, Magdala Ave, London, N19 5NF, UK.

Published: May 2017

Fractures of the talus are uncommon injuries that can have devastating consequences. The blood supply to the talus is tenuous and injuries are associated with a higher incidence of avascular necrosis and malunion. Talar neck fractures are the most common fractures. This review looks at the different types of fractures of the talus, particularly focusing on talar neck fractures. The diagnosis and management are discussed as well as the complications.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5481613PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1874325001711010460DOI Listing

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