The calcaneus is the most commonly fractured tarsal bone and accounts for about 2% of all
fractures. Advances in cross-sectional imaging, particularly in computed tomography (CT) …

Although computed tomography (CT) scanning has revolutionized the treatment of calcaneal
fractures, simple studies such as Böhler's view still have a role in the diagnosis and …

As the largest tarsal bone and the most inferior bone in the body, the calcaneus is
responsible for supporting the axial load from the weight of the body. It is most commonly …

Background The management of displaced calcaneal fractures is a challenging task, and
operative treatment is fraught with a considerable learning curve. Reasons include the …

Eighteen CT examinations were performed in 10 patients for the evaluation of acute
intraarticular fractures and their follow-up. Fractures comparable to those in the patients …

Background: Studies of open calcaneal fractures have been limited and have not analyzed
results according to wound location, severity of soft-tissue disruption, fracture type, or …

Fractures of the calcaneus (os calcis) are the most common of tarsal bone fractures with an
overall incidence of approximately 2%. Despite increased experience with these types of …

Calcaneus fracture management has been a source of controversy for at least the last
century. These fractures present many obstacles to the surgeon. The irregular bony …

Open Fractures of the Calcaneus: A Review of Treatment and O... : Journal of Orthopaedic
Trauma Open Fractures of the Calcaneus: A Review of Treatment and Outcome : Journal of …

Purpose The calcaneus is the most commonly fractured tarsal bone, accounting for 2% of all
fractures that present to the emergency department [18]. Most calcaneal fractures are …