An incidental talonavicular coalition in a diabetic patient: a podiatric perspective. (14th May 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Shtofmakher, Garry; Rozenstrauch, Adam; Cohen, Randy
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 2014
• Publication Date: 2014-05-14
• Subjects: Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2014-204510
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : A tarsal coalition is a pathological union of two or more tarsal bones. The authors present an incidental finding of a unilateral talonavicular (TN) coalition that was overlooked in a 57-year-old diabetic female with signs and symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. This case highlights the clinical implications and important teaching points in recognising a TN coalition. This is particularly relevant for new, upcoming clinicians who may have never been exposed to this diagnostic rarity during clinical training.