title: Osteochondral lesions of the talus: size, age, and predictors of outcomes.
abstract: In this article, our research on osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLTs) is summarized, the orthopedic literature is reviewed, and the direction of future research and treatment trends are discussed. Our research has explored the role of lesion size, significance of marrow edema, relationship of patient age, importance of lesion containment, and role of a stable cartilage lesion cap in the prognosis and outcomes of these lesions. We have identified smaller sized lesions, younger patients and contained lesions as independent predictors of success for the operative treatment of OLTs. Our data should facilitate the development of a more comprehensive treatment algorithm to more accurately predict success in operative management of these lesions.
authors: Panorama Orthopedics and Spine Center, 660 Golden Ridge Road, Suite 250, Golden, CO 80401, USA.
authors: Premjit Pete S
authors: PP
authors: Deol
authors: Daniel J
authors: DJ
authors: Cuttica
authors: William Bret
authors: WB
authors: Smith
authors: Gregory C
authors: GC
authors: Berlet
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D016512:Ankle Injuries / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D010007:Osteochondritis / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D011379:Prognosis; D013628:Talus / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D055815:Young Adult