Acta chirurgiae orthopaedicae et traumatologiae Cechoslovaca
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Acta Chir Orthop Traumatol Cech · Jan 2003
[Treatment of calcaneal fractures using the medial approach for open reduction].
A comprehensive evaluation of the treatment of calcaneal fractures by open reduction is presented. The long-term results are compared with the relevant literature data. ⋯ Good outcomes of the treatment of intra-articular, dislocated calcaneal fractures depend on a correct shape and position of the dorsal articular surface of the calcaneus. The open reduction procedure from the medial approach based on the principles of McReynold's technique allowed us to accomplish both these criteria.