Anna Kabenla and Hadi Alhomsi provide a case study and the results of a literature review to explore the management of a rare form of fracture in the heel
Avulsion calcaneal tuberosity fracture is an uncommon but potentially serious condition, with delays in treatment sometimes leading to long-term pain, disability and functional limitation. In this article, the authors refer to a case study of a patient with a fractured calcaneal tuberosity and multiple metatarsal fractures. They also discuss the results of a literature review of fracture patterns and classifications that can aid treatment.
Emergency Nurse. 20, 10, 25-27. doi: 10.7748/en2013.03.20.10.25.e1118
Correspondence Peer reviewThis article has been subject to double blind peer review
Conflict of interestNone declared
Received: 08 November 2012
Accepted: 11 February 2013
Keywords :
orthopaedics - fractures - emergency care - podiatry - foot care
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