Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
3240310 Injury 2012 11 Pages PDF
Abstract

Calcaneal fractures result, in many cases, in, subtalar joint stiffness and severe disability. Diagnosis is usually made by X-ray, but more accurately by a computed tomography (CT) scan. In the last years, much has been known regarding its physiopathology and osteosynthesis. Although new developments in osteosynthesis materials have been made, calcaneus fractures still remains in dispute of those advocating non-operative treatment and those defending open reduction and internal fixation. Less invasive surgery, arthroscopy and three-dimensional (3D) fluoroscopy are very important for reduction accuracy and soft-tissue damage avoidance. In this article, the physiopathology, diagnosis, classification and treatment of calcaneus fractures are updated. Nevertheless, systematic reviews have shown no evidence about what treatment is better.

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