Vol. 8, Issue 2 (2022)
A case report of lateral subtalar dislocation
Author(s):
Dr. Pallav Sandip Mehta, Dr. Kabir Desai and Dr. Shreyas Gandhi
Abstract:
Introduction: Subtalar or peritalar dislocation is defined as simultaneous dislocation of talocalcaneal and talonavicular joint. Most injuries are caused by moderate to high energy trauma including motor vehicle accidents and falls from height. This case is operated for lateral subtalar dislocation treated with open reduction.
Case: A 35 year old male patient came to Emergency Department of C U Shah Medical College And Hospital, Surendranagar with complaints of pain and tenderness over left ankle after history of road traffic accident between patient and bike. On clinical examination, it revealed tenderness and eversion deformity of the foot. Dorsalis pedis and Posterior Tibial pulses were intact. Sensation in the foot was preserved.
Conclusion: Subtalar dislocations are rare but serious injuries of the talus this injury is usually due to high energy trauma. Early diagnosis and urgent reduction are the prerequisites for a satisfactory functional outcome. The prognosis is generally good, although long-term monitoring is required to combat the appearance of subtalar arthrosis.
Pages: 331-333 | 685 Views 277 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Dr. Pallav Sandip Mehta, Dr. Kabir Desai and Dr. Shreyas Gandhi. A case report of lateral subtalar dislocation. Int. J. Orthop. Sci. 2022;8(2):331-333. DOI: 10.22271/ortho.2022.v8.i2e.3159
