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Revisión del 05:34 29 feb 2012

Tibiotalar Dislocation

Background

  • Most ankle dislocations are assoc w/ a fracture
  • Posterior dislocation is most common
    • Assoc w/ rupture of tibiofibular ligaments or lateral malleolus fracture

Management

  • Must rule-out neurovascular compromise and conversion to open fracture
    • Reduce immediately if vascular compromise or skin tenting is present

Sub-Talar Dislocation

Background

  • Orthopedic emergency

Diagnosis

  • Plain radiographs usually sufficient

Management

  • Immediate ortho consultation and reduction

Source

  • Tintinalli