TALAR NECK FX Flashcards
1
Q
talar neck projects in what direction?
A
plantar medially
2
Q
major blood supply from?
A
posterior tibial artery
3
Q
correlation was found between surgical delay and development of osteonecrosis?
T/F
A
false
4
Q
modality of choice?
A
CT scan, look for shortening on the medial side
5
Q
what is critical for operative planning?
A
CT scan
6
Q
for hawkins classification 2-4, what should be used?
A
ORIF
7
Q
type I hawkins classification tx?
A
NWB SLC x 6-8 weeks
8
Q
AVN % for grade 2?
A
20-50%
9
Q
what is an early indicator vascular viability?
A
hawkins sign
10
Q
image given, what was wrong with it?
A
avn of talus
11
Q
types of arthrosis in order?
A
3,2,1
12
Q
non union painful and so consider these options:
non displaced cast or boot, short leg, 4-6 weeks
displaced, excision through posterior lateral approach
A
see other side
