2024
DOI: 10.3390/medicina60101692
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Avascular Necrosis of the Talus: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Modern Reconstructive Options

Michał Jan Kubisa,
Marta Gabriela Kubisa,
Karol Pałka
et al.

Abstract: Talar avascular necrosis (AVN) is a devastating condition that frequently follows type III and IV talar neck fractures. As 60% of the talus is covered by hyaline cartilage, its vascular supply is limited and prone to trauma, which may eventually lead to AVN development. Early detection of AVN (Hawkins sign, MRI) is crucial, as it may prevent the development of the irreversible stages III and IV of AVN. Alertness is advised regarding non-obvious conditions that may cause this complication (sub chondroplasty, sy… Show more

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