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Sesamoid Fractures Flashcards

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1
Q

Causes of sesamoid fractures

A

Falls
Forced DF
Repetitive stress
Direct force in sagittal plane

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Clinical presentation of patient with sesamoid fracture

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Pain with palpation
Pain w/ DF
Ataxic gait

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3
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Fractured more often
Larger
Bears more weight

A

Tibial sesamoid

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4
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Typical fracture pattern for sesamoid

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Transverse or Comminuted

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Surgical option for sesamoid fracture

A

Excision

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6
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Possible sequelae for tibial sesamoid excision

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Hallux Valgus

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Possible sequelae for fibular sesamoid

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Hallux varus

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