Use of circular external fixation for combined subtalar joint fusion and ankle distraction

Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
Thomas ZgonisThomas S Roukis

Abstract

The authors discuss a novel technique not previously published that incorporates a subtalar joint arthrodesis with an ankle joint arthrodiastasis as an alternative to a tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis. Young and active patients who experience refractory pain and stiffness to the rearfoot and ankle secondary to combined severe subtalar and ankle arthrosis are suitable candidates for this surgical procedure. This new approach is based on sound principles in the treatment of severe arthrosis affecting the ankle and subtalar joint. The authors are currently prospectively reviewing their surgical experience with this procedure and believe that it provides an alternative option for the patient, with potentially promising long-term results.

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Feb 1, 2014·Foot and Ankle Surgery : Official Journal of the European Society of Foot and Ankle Surgeons·Shuhei UgajiHiroyuki Tsuchiya
Sep 29, 2011·Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery·Nicholas J Bevilacqua, John J Stapleton
Feb 23, 2011·Foot and Ankle Clinics·Rishi Thakral, Janet D Conway
Jun 10, 2009·Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery·Nicholas J LoweryPatrick R Burns
Apr 25, 2009·Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery·Ronald BelczykVasilios D Polyzois
Jan 17, 2012·Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery·Crystal L RamanujamThomas Zgonis
Sep 22, 2012·Foot & Ankle International·Nicholas C SmithMark A Glazebrook

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