Avascular necrosis of the talus

Case contributed by Andrew Lawson
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Follow up imaging post ORIF of the talus.

Patient Data

Age: 50
Gender: Male

Fixation screws in situ.

Geogrpahic region of sclerosis along the medial aspect of the talar dome best appreciated on the axial images. No cortical collapse.

Case Discussion

Importantly, no collapse of the dome.

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