Sheena Seewoonarain
Ipswich Hospital NHS Trust, Health Road, Ipswich, IP4 5PD
United Kingdom
Review Article
Ankle Fractures: Review Article
Author(s): Sheena Seewoonarain, M Prempeh, M Shakokani and A MaganSheena Seewoonarain, M Prempeh, M Shakokani and A Magan
Ankle fractures are a common injury associated with trauma in the young patient and osteoporosis in the elderly patient. They can be associated with significant morbidity and challenging to manage. These patients are at an increased risk of developing post traumatic ankle arthritis as well as other complications. Therefore a systematic approach to the management of ankle fractures is required. We review the anatomy, clinical presentation and discuss the management options and potential complications commonly encountered in these injuries.
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