Talus fracture: Difference between revisions
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Revision as of 07:24, 10 January 2015
Background
- Almost always associated with other injuries
Diagnosis
- CT often required for accurate diagnosis
Differential Diagnosis
Foot and Toe Fracture Types
Hindfoot
Midfoot
Forefoot
Management
- Major fracture (talar neck and head)
- Immediate ortho consultation required (high rate of avascular necrosis)
- Minor fracture
- Posterior Ankle Splint
- Non-weight bearing
- Ortho referral
See Also
Source
- Tintinalli
- Uptodate