title: An unclassified fracture of the talus.
abstract: The following is a case report detailing what appears to be a previously unreported and unclassified osteochondral fracture of the posterior talar facet. This case report will detail the diagnosis and treatment of the fracture, as well as provide a brief history of previously reported osteochondral lesions involving the talus. The authors suggest a new classification method for these types of fractures.
authors.affiliation: Alliance Foot and Ankle Clinic, OH 44601, USA.
authors.forename: L P
authors.initials: LP
authors.lastname: Niehaus
authors.forename: L M
authors.initials: LM
authors.lastname: Chiaro
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002358:Cartilage, Articular / Q000293:injuries*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000145:classification* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D050724:Fractures, Cartilage; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013628:Talus / Q000293:injuries*