Fracture mapping of complex intra-articular calcaneal fractures.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Intra-articular calcaneal fracture remains challenging to manage. Computed tomography and fracture mapping are useful for the diagnosis and treatment of calcaneal fractures. The aim of the present study was to characterize calcaneal fracture patterns using fracture mapping.

Methods

Sixty-two calcaneal fractures were retrospectively included in the study. For each case, the fracture was simulated reduction manually. The fracture lines and zones of comminution were graphically superimposed onto an intact calcaneal template to identify fracture patterns. Major fracture lines and comminution were assessed by focusing on the posterior joint facet, medial wall, lateral wall, sustentaculum tali, and anterior process.

Results

The fracture lines were mostly concentr

SUBMITTER: Ni M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7944289 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature