A systematic review and meta-analysis of the sinus tarsi and extended lateral approach in the operative treatment of displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures

Calcaneal fractures are complex injuries which predominantly occur in young, active patients [1]. As a result, these fractures may lead to significant long-term disability [2] and a high socio-economic impact [3,4]. Calcaneal fractures are mostly comminuted, displaced intra-articular compression injuries, with a loss of hindfoot anatomy [1]. Treatment can be either conservative or operative [5,6]. Advantages of operative treatment include the restoration of calcaneal anatomy and, in particular, the possibility of a more accurate reduction of the posterior facet [7].

Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - August 27, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tomasz L. Nosewicz, Siem A. Dingemans, Manouk Backes, Jan S.K. Luitse, J.Carel Goslings, Tim Schepers Source Type: research