Osteomyelitis and Fracture Susceptibility: A Review of the Literature and Case Series of Surgical Treatment of Pathologic Calcaneal Fractures

Osteomyelitis and Fracture Susceptibility: A Review of the Literature and Case Series of Surgical Treatment of Pathologic Calcaneal Fractures

Introduction: Pathologic calcaneal fractures, often arising from osteomyelitis, present intricate challenges in orthopedic surgery. This paper explores the historical context, etiological factors, and evolving treatment approaches for these fractures, with a focus on the interplay between infection...

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Main Authors: Michael J. Hurst, DPM, Margaret Kedzie, DPM, Hannah J. Hughes, DPM, Patrick R. Burns, DPM, FACFAS, Jeffrey M. Manway, DPM, FACFAS
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-01-01
Series:Foot & Ankle Surgery: Techniques, Reports & Cases
Subjects:
Fracture
Infection
Limb salvage
Osteomyelitis
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667396723000678

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