"Locked-Lateral" Calcaneal Fracture-Dislocation Treated with Primary Subtalar Fusion: A Case Report. Issue 1 (January 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Rider, Carson M.; Olinger, Catherine R.; Szatkowski, Jan P.; Richardson, David R.
• Is Part Of: JBJS case connector. Volume 10:Issue 1(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-01
• Subjects: Orthopedic surgery -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Orthopedic surgery -- Periodicals; Orthopedics; Orthopedic Procedures; Orthopedic surgery; Periodicals; Electronic journals; Case studies; Periodicals; 616.7
• DOI: 10.2106/JBJS.CC.18.00467
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2160-3251

Abstract

Abstract : Case report: A 65-year-old man presented with pain in his left ankle. After a delay, he presented to the orthopaedic clinic where computed tomography scan revealed an intra-articular, locked-lateral calcaneal fracture with dislocation of the peroneal tendons. Conclusions: This combination of injuries can produce subtle signs, such as an atypical double-density sign and varus talar tilt, on plain radiographs; however, the consequences of delayed treatment can be catastrophic. Early recognition and treatment are essential to avoid chronic pain and limited function.