The diagnosis and treatment of injuries to the Lisfranc joint complex

Orthop Clin North Am. 1989 Oct;20(4):655-64.

Abstract

These injuries are associated with considerable morbidity, and successful results depend on understanding the anatomy, understanding pathogenesis, and precise and careful treatment of this injury. Surgical treatment is discussed as well as arguments against the use of conservative treatment.

MeSH terms

  • Fractures, Bone / diagnosis
  • Fractures, Bone / diagnostic imaging
  • Fractures, Bone / therapy
  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / diagnosis
  • Joint Dislocations / diagnostic imaging
  • Joint Dislocations / therapy
  • Metatarsal Bones / anatomy & histology
  • Metatarsal Bones / injuries*
  • Radiography
  • Tarsal Joints / anatomy & histology
  • Tarsal Joints / injuries*