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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 96-B, Issue SUPP_2 | Pages 13 - 13
1 Jan 2014
Pastides P Milnes L Rosenfeld P
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Introduction:

Open reduction and internal fixation of displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures is susceptible to a high incidence of wound complications. Displaced fractures create abnormal contact characteristics at the subtalar joint, resulting in poor functional outcome and arthritis. We present the functional outcomes of 32 fractures (Sanders 2 and 3) at an average follow up of two years.

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Over a 57 month period, 32 fractures (29 patients) underwent this technique in a London level 1 trauma centre. Open fractures were excluded. The previously described technique with sinus tarsi portals was used. Pre and post-operative radiographs and functional outcomes were assessed.