title: Fractures of the tarsal bones.
abstract: Fractures involving the midtarsal bones are relatively uncommon. The morbidity associated with these injuries can be significant, however. Accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment can help restore midfoot function and decrease the incidence of chronic pain. Treatment should preserve the function of the talonavicular joint, maintain the relative length of the medial and lateral columns, and protect the ligaments and soft tissues until adequate healing has occurred.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle 98104, USA.
authors.forename: S J
authors.initials: SJ
authors.lastname: Pinney
authors.forename: B J
authors.initials: BJ
authors.lastname: Sangeorzan
mesh_terms: D018409:Foot Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000145:classification / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D015775:Fractures, Stress / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D013639:Tarsal Bones / Q000293:injuries*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed