Calcaneal nonunion: three cases and a review of the literature

Tim Schepers; Petr Patka

doi:10.1007/s00402-007-0516-3

Calcaneal nonunion: three cases and a review of the literature

Tim Schepers, Petr Patka

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Abstract

The long-term follow-up of intra-articular calcaneal fractures is often accompanied by complications. Frequently occurring are arthrosis, arthrofibrosis of the subtalar joint, and malunion. Uncommon is the calcaneal nonunion. A total of three cases is presented in this report, including a review of the literature. The occurrence of a nonunion appears to be more common after conservative treatment, but the pathophysiology remains unclear, however smoking may play a role.

Original language	Undefined/Unknown
Pages (from-to)	735-738
Number of pages	4
Journal	Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery
Volume	128
Issue number	7
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-007-0516-3
Publication status	Published - 2008

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