title: Combined subtalar and ankle arthritis.
abstract: Combined ankle and subtalar arthritis is a difficult problem for which there are varied solutions. Each solution has its advantages and disadvantages. Treatment must be specifically tailored to the patient's needs, comorbidities, and expectations. Because of the complicated nature of this condition and its treatment, complications are common and should be anticipated.
authors.affiliation: Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State College of Medicine, Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, H089, 500 University Drive, P.O. Box 850, Hershey, PA 17033-0850, USA. landersen@hmc.psu.edu
authors.forename: Lucille B
authors.initials: LB
authors.lastname: Andersen
authors.forename: Michael P
authors.initials: MP
authors.lastname: Stauff
authors.forename: Paul J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Juliano
mesh_terms: D000843:Ankle Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D001168:Arthritis / Q000601:surgery*; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D013380:Subtalar Joint / Q000601:surgery*