Ankle Trauma
A 28-year-old male presents after an eversion and external rotation injury to the right ankle during a tackle. Radiographs reveal a Weber C fibula fracture with 5mm medial clear space widening. There is no deltoid ligament visible on MRI. Regarding syndesmotic injuries:
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The syndesmosis comprises four ligaments: anterior inferior tibiofibular ligament (AITFL), posterior...
Weber C fractures are by definition above the syndesmosis and imply syndesmotic disruption; the Laug...
Syndesmotic fixation should be placed with the ankle in plantarflexion to prevent overtightening; a ...
Intraoperative assessment includes direct visualization, the Cotton hook test, and fluoroscopic stre...
Suture button constructs (TightRope) offer similar stability to screw fixation with the advantage of...
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