Anatomy of the talus

Case contributed by Matt Skalski
Diagnosis not applicable
Diagram

The main anatomic landmarks of the talus are indicated. 

Diagram

The os trigonum is a normal variant of talar anatomy, representing an unfused lateral tubercle of the posterior process. 

Diagram

The regions supplied by the three arteries that vascularize the talus are highlighted and labeled. 

Case Discussion

The talus is a frequent site of pathology and fracture, and therefore a detailed understanding its complex anatomy is critical for accurate assessment on imaging. 

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