Subtalar distraction arthrodesis using a ramp cage.

Zion, I; Shabat, S; Marin, L; London, E; Matan, Y; Howard, C B; Nyska, M · Orthopedics · 2003

case_series · Level IV

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Abstract

Subtalar distraction bone block arthrodesis has been described to treat late complications of displaced calcaneal fractures. A "ramp cage" can be used to restore the talocalcaneal relationship by providing stable correction in the coronal and sagittal dimensions.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy