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A novel method using bone peg fixation for acute osteochondral fracture of the talus: a surgical technique

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Abstract

Introduction

The osteochondral fracture of the talus is an uncommon condition, therefore, there are controversies for the optimal treatment. We report a novel surgical technique of bone peg fixation for osteochondral fracture of the talus.

Materials and methods

We report two cases that underwent bone peg fixation for the acute osteochondral fractures of talus. Clinical and radiographic evaluations were performed at the last follow-up.

Results

At the last follow-up, mean ROM of ankle joint was 50° (range 45°–55°). Additionally, mean VAS and AOFAS score were 0 and 100 at the last follow-up, respectively. All patients obtained bone union without complication at the last follow-up radiographs.

Conclusions

This case study shows good clinical and radiographic results with autologous bone peg fixation in patients with acute osteochondral fractures of the talus.

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V, expert opinion.

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  1. Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Yeungnam University Medical Center, Hyeonchungno 170, Namgu, Daegu, 42415, Republic of Korea

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Park, C., Choi, C. A novel method using bone peg fixation for acute osteochondral fracture of the talus: a surgical technique. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 139, 197–202 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-018-3066-y

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