A modified anterior approach to the ankle.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1053/j.jfas.2012.10.010.
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Abstract
The anterior approach to the ankle is frequently used in fracture fixation, ankle arthroplasty, and various tendon reconstructive procedures. However, wound complications and trauma may lead to scarring and a suboptimal anterior ankle soft tissue envelope for healing. The author presents a modified approach to the anterior ankle in cases where scarring and soft tissue injury preclude a direct anterior incision.
Medical subject headings
- Ankle
Anatomy
- ankle