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01-12-2019 | Calcaneus Fracture | Original Paper

Three-dimensional computed tomography analysis and functional results of calcaneal fractures treated by an intramedullary nail

Authors: Antoine Fourgeaux, John Estens, Thierry Fabre, Olivier Laffenetre, Julien Lucas y Hernandez

Published in: International Orthopaedics | Issue 12/2019

Abstract

Background

Intramedullary calcaneal nailing is used to treat displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures.

The main goal of the study was to assess the reduction of tomography and secondary goals were patient functional scores and complication rates.

Methods

The functional outcome and restoration of the radiographic parameters were evaluated post-operatively, at three months, at one year, and at the last follow-up. The morphology of the posterior facet was evaluated post-operatively, at one year and at the last follow-up by CTs.

Results

Twenty-six patients were included. The mean follow-up was 2.8 years. The mean AOFAS-AHS was 79 at the last follow-up. The mean calcaneal height index and length rose respectively from 0.44 to 0.86 and 83 to 87 mm, and the width decreased from 50 to 46 mm.

Conclusion

The radiographic parameters were restored. The AOFAS-AHS was comparable with other series. This study confirms the efficiency of this procedure with lower rate of complications.

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Title: Three-dimensional computed tomography analysis and functional results of calcaneal fractures treated by an intramedullary nail
Authors: Antoine Fourgeaux
John Estens
Thierry Fabre
Olivier Laffenetre
Julien Lucas y Hernandez
Publication date: 01-12-2019
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Keywords: Calcaneus Fracture
Computed Tomography
Computed Tomography
Published in: International Orthopaedics / Issue 12/2019
Print ISSN: 0341-2695
Electronic ISSN: 1432-5195
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00264-019-04381-3

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Three-dimensional computed tomography analysis and functional results of calcaneal fractures treated by an intramedullary nail

Abstract

Background

Methods

Results

Conclusion

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Abstract

Background

Methods

Results

Conclusion

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