Osteochondral Lesions of the Talar Dome.

Clin Podiatr Med Surg

Orthopaedic Center, Gundersen Health System, 1900 South Avenue, La Crosse, WI 54601, USA.

Published: July 2020

Osteochondral lesion of the talar dome (OCLT) can be a devastating injury that affects mobility. Etiology of these lesions is debated but trauma seems the most supported etiology. Diagnosis of lesions is based on imaging. Conservative management, including weight-bearing restrictions, physical therapy, and supportive measures, often is first-line treatment. Nonsurgical modalities have mixed results and surgical measures often are necessitated for symptom relief. Surgical treatments vary in invasiveness and often are dictated by OCLT size. Studies show patient satisfaction increases substantially after having these procedures performed after failing nonsurgical measures. Results are encouraging, although thorough work-up and discussion should be undertaken.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cpm.2020.02.002DOI Listing

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