Metatarsal fracture without Lisfranc injury.

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Abstract

[Indexed for MEDLINE] 15. Clin Podiatr Med Surg. 2012 Apr;29(2):221-42, vii-viii. doi: 10.1016/j.cpm.2012.01.003. Epub 2012 Feb 15. Tarsometatarsal/Lisfranc joint. DiDomenico LA(1), Cross D. Author information: (1)Heritage Valley Health System, 1000 Dutch Ridge Road, Beaver, PA, USA. ld5353@aol.com Accurate early diagnosis with adequate reduction and maintenance of anatomic alignment of the dislocation or fracture within the Lisfranc joint complex have been found to be the key to successful outcomes regarding this injury. Because of the anatomic variations, the thin soft tissue envelop, and the abundance of ligamentous and capsular structures in the region, repair of these injuries can be a challenge. The classification systems used to describe these injuries aid in describing the mechanism of injury or displacement type present, which may aid in determining what treatment modality can provide the best outcome. Copyright © 2012 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. DOI: 10.1016/j.cpm.2012.01.003