Diabetic Calcaneal Fractures.
Publication/Presentation Date
1-1-2013
Abstract
Calcaneal fractures among the diabetic population are severe and complex injuries that warrant careful evaluation in an effort to carry out adequate conservative or surgical management. The complication rates associated with diabetic fracture management are increased and may include poor wound healing, deep infection, malunion, and Charcot neuroarthropathy, each of which can pose a risk for limb loss. The significant surgery-associated morbidity accompanying diabetic calcaneal fractures has led to improved methods of calcaneal fracture management. This article reviews the overall management of diabetic calcaneal fractures, complications, and outcomes.
Volume
30
Issue
1
First Page
111
Last Page
118
ISSN
1558-2302
Published In/Presented At
Sagray, B. A., Stapleton, J. J., & Zgonis, T. (2013). Diabetic calcaneal fractures. Clinics In Podiatric Medicine And Surgery, 30(1), 111-118. doi:10.1016/j.cpm.2012.09.001
Disciplines
Orthopedics | Other Medical Specialties | Podiatry | Surgery
PubMedID
23164444
LVHN link
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Department(s)
Department of Surgery
Document Type
Article