Osteochondral lesion of the talus

Case contributed by Hani Makky Al Salam
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Trauma

Patient Data

Age: Adult

Left ankle

x-ray

A lucent lesion is noted at the medial corner of the talar dome, suggestive of an osteochondral lesion.

Case Discussion

Radiographic appearance of an osteochondral defect. The most common location is in the medial talar dome.

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