Presentation
Wood fell on this morning on the right ankle. On exam: tenderness and mild swelling anterolateral aspect of right ankle and multiple superficial abrasions on both legs.
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Distal tibial avulsed fracture
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- An avulsed fracture at the anterolateral aspect of the right distal tibia is seen.
- No lytic or sclerotic lesion is seen.
- Mild cavus foot is seen.
- Soft tissue shadows appear mildly swollen.
From the case:
Distal tibial avulsed fracture
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- An avulsed fracture at the anterolateral aspect of the right distal tibia is seen.
From the case:
Distal tibial avulsed fracture
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Measurement of the calcaneal pitch is 33° indicating mild cavus foot
Case Discussion
Measurement of the calcaneal pitch 18 to 20° is normal
Although measurements ranging from 17 to 32° have been reported to be normal.