Intra-articular talar fractures: repair using the Herbert bone screw.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
Intra-articular fractures of the talus remain a problem because of the difficulty in achieving and maintaining anatomic reduction, and because of the risk of degenerative arthritis of the hindfoot if such reduction is not achieved. We report our experience with three cases in which intra-articular talar fractures were repaired by use of the Herbert bone screw. In addition, we discuss the biomechanical features of the Herbert bone screw which make it particularly well suited for intra-articular fractures of the talus.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Mallon, WJ; Wombwell, JH; Nunley, JA
Published Date
- October 1989
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 10 / 2
Start / End Page
- 88 - 92
PubMed ID
- 2807111
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0198-0211
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1177/107110078901000207
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States