Syndesmotic injury of the ankle

Case contributed by Roberto Schubert
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

The patient twisted his ankle 3 days ago. X-rays showed no fracture.

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Male

Rupture of the anterior tibiofibular ligament in a supination-external rotation injury.

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