title: Chopart fractures and dislocations.
abstract: Fractures and dislocations of the midfoot and Chopart complex are among the most difficult foot injuries to manage. The treating surgeon is faced with a wide array of treatment challenges. Plain radiographs often grossly underestimate the extent of injury. The anatomy in this region of the foot is quite intricate with numerous articulations. Fractures can occur in isolation or as part of a more complex injury pattern. Misdiagnosis and under treatment can lead to severe alterations of both normal anatomy and function. This article discusses the rationales and techniques for treating these difficult injuries.
authors.affiliation: Section of Orthopedics, Sparrow Health System, Mid Michigan Orthopedic Institute, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, 830 W. Lake Lansing Suite 190, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA. foot.trauma@gmail.com
authors.forename: Michael P
authors.initials: MP
authors.lastname: Swords
authors.forename: Matthew
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Schramski
authors.forename: Kyle
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Switzer
authors.forename: Scott
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Nemec
mesh_terms: D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D013639:Tarsal Bones / Q000293:injuries*; D013640:Tarsal Joints