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==Tibiotalar Dislocation== | ==Tibiotalar Dislocation== | ||
===Background=== | ===Background=== | ||
*Most ankle dislocations are assoc w/ a fracture | *Most ankle dislocations are assoc w/ a [[Ankle Fracture|fracture]] | ||
*Posterior dislocation is most common | *Posterior dislocation is most common | ||
**Assoc w/ rupture of tibiofibular ligaments or lateral malleolus fracture | **Assoc w/ rupture of tibiofibular ligaments or lateral malleolus fracture | ||
Revision as of 00:10, 29 June 2014
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
See Also
Source
- Tintinalli