Managing pathologic calcaneal fractures with osteomyelitis in diabetic patients: Case series of the challenges, innovations, and outcomes

Autor: Hurst, Michael J., Kedzie, Margaret, Hughes, Hannah J., Burns, Patrick R., Manway, Jeffrey M.
Zdroj: Foot & Ankle Surgery: Techniques, Reports & Cases; 20230101, Issue: Preprints
Abstrakt: Pathologic calcaneal fractures, often arising from osteomyelitis, present intricate challenges in orthopedic surgery. This paper explores the historical context, etiological factors, and evolving treatment approaches for these fractures, with a focus on the interplay between infection and compromised bone integrity.
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