Postoperative Wound Complications in Extensile Lateral Approach versus Sinus Tarsi Approach for Calcaneal Fractures: Are We Improving? Updated Meta-Analysis of Recent Literature

Calcaneal fractures account for approximately 65% of all tarsal bone fractures, often resulting from a high-energy axial load mechanism [1,2]. These fractures have a high incidence of intra-articular involvement, estimated to be 65.9%, which can lead to post-traumatic subtalar arthritis and long-term morbidity if not appropriately treated [3,4]. Historically, displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures (DIACF) were often treated conservatively with sub-optimal outcomes; however, emerging evidence has shown superior outcomes after surgical treatment and is now the preferred management strategy in most populations [4 –6].
Source: Injury - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tags: Review Source Type: research