Management of a Medial Peritalar Dislocation (original) (raw)

2016

Abstract

Peritalar dislocation is an uncommon injury which occurs in the talocalcaneal and talonavicular joints [1,2]. It often results from high energy trauma, such as falls from a height, athletic injuries and motor vehicle accidents [1,3]. There are two major types of dislocation, medial and lateral [2]. In medial peritalar dislocations, the talar head is lateral to the rest of the medially dislocated foot [2]. Abstract Peritalar dislocations are uncommon injuries involving the talocalcaneal and talonavicular joints. A high energy mechanism of injury is typical. Dislocations are either lateral or medial. Early anatomic reduction, usually by closed means, is crucial for good outcome. This article will review the anatomy, pathoanatomy, mechanism of injury, diagnosis, initial management, and surgical intervention, period of immobilization/ rehabilitation, complications and prognosis of patients sustaining medial peritalar dislocations.

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