Ankle syndesmosis injuries.
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Abstract
Physician awareness of ankle syndesmosis injuries is improving. The anatomy involved and the mechanism of injury are extremely relevant for the understanding and treatment of this type of injury. Examination under anesthesia may confirm the syndesmosis instability. Based on those findings, stabilization is the recommended approach.
Medical subject headings
- Ankle Injuries
- Joint Instability
- Sprains and Strains
Anatomy
- ankle