Lisfranc injury

Case contributed by Farzad Pirzad
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Tripped. Unable to weight bear.

x-ray

Malalignment of the tarsometatarsal articulations in keeping with a Lisfranc injury. Multiple associated fractures at the base of the metatarsals are noted. 

Case Discussion

Lisfranc injuries are an important "don't miss" injury as it has serious consequences for a patient's ability to walk and run even when treated promptly. 

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