Intra-articular fractures of the calcaneus: a review.
Intra-articular fractures of the calcaneus can result in prolonged or permanent disability. The systematic approach to analysis based on anatomy, mechanism of injury, and x-ray films allows determination of the various elements of the lesion. Management is difficult because treatment is not standardized, and, even when good reduction has been achieved, long-term complications are commonplace. The authors review different types of intra-articular calcaneal fractures, various methods of treatment, and examples of possible complications.
Colburn
M W
MW
Department of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Hayward, California 94545.
Karlin
J M
JM
Scurran
B L
BL
Silvani
S H
SH
D002111:Calcaneus / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D011859:Radiography