Resection of the calcaneus as a treatment option in osteitis following an open calcaneus fracture

Surgical treatment of calcaneal fractures is demanding due to the poor musculocutaneous coverage. Infection with osteitis is a severe complication with open fractures. The appearance of osteitis requires aggressive surgical treatment including amputation in case of persistence, leading to considerab...

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Published in:	Der Unfallchirurg Vol. 103; no. 7; p. 602
Main Authors:	Fuchs, M, Burchhardt, H, Dresing, K, Radebold, T, Stürmer, K M
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	German
Published:	Germany 01-07-2000
Subjects:	Accidental Falls Adult Calcaneus - injuries Calcaneus - surgery Fracture Fixation - methods Fractures, Bone - complications Fractures, Bone - surgery Humans Male Orthotic Devices Osteitis - etiology Osteitis - surgery Shoes
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