Tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis with the use of a humeral locking plate

Combined arthrosis or deformity of the subtalar and ankle joints presents a challenge to the foot and ankle specialist. Tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis is a well-described surgical technique used for resolution of deformity and end-stage arthrosis of the ankle and subtalar joints and is currently the...

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Published inClinics in podiatric medicine and surgery Vol. 26; no. 3; p. 485
Main Authors Lowery, Nicholas J, Joseph, Alison M, Burns, Patrick R
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.07.2009
Subjects
Ankle Joint - surgery
Arthrodesis - instrumentation
Arthrodesis - methods
Bone Plates
Humans
Joint Deformities, Acquired - etiology
Joint Deformities, Acquired - surgery
Osteoarthritis - complications
Osteoarthritis - surgery
Postoperative Care
Preoperative Care
Tarsal Bones - surgery
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Summary:Combined arthrosis or deformity of the subtalar and ankle joints presents a challenge to the foot and ankle specialist. Tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis is a well-described surgical technique used for resolution of deformity and end-stage arthrosis of the ankle and subtalar joints and is currently the standard of care for this condition. This article highlights the technique of insertion of the humeral locking plate for the stabilization of tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis. A case study is provided to serve as an example of the technique.
ISSN:1558-2302
DOI:10.1016/j.cpm.2009.03.011