Orthopedic pitfalls in the ED: Lisfranc fracture-dislocation.
Lisfranc fracture-dislocation of the foot is an injury that carries a high incidence of chronic pain and disability. Its emergency department presentation can be subtle, and more frequent than previously believed. This review article examines the clinical presentation, historical factors, diagnostic techniques, and management options applicable to the emergency practitioner.
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Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA 22908, USA. adp9b@virginia.edu
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D000328:Adult; D004630:Emergencies; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D008297:Male; D008682:Metatarsal Bones / Q000293:injuries*