Lisfranc fracture-dislocation

Case contributed by RMH Core Conditions
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Fall.

Patient Data

Age: 25
Gender: Male

Right foot

x-ray

Minimally displaced fracture of the base of the second metatarsal with associated widening of the intermetatarsal space in keeping with a Lisfranc fracture-dislocation. No further fractures are identified.

Case Discussion

Lisfranc injuries can be difficult to diagnose both clinically and radiologically with a high index of suspicion required. 

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