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Open ankle dislocation
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Open ankle dislocation

πŸ‰Rugby game tackle, resulting in an open ankle dislocation. ⚠️ Open ankle dislocations are usually a result of a severe trauma. Forces are placed on the ankle that cause the bones to fracture or the ligaments to tear, resulting in the dislocation injury. The ankle is an inherently stable joint and the direction of the dislocation depends upon the position of the foot and where the force arises. Most commonly, a dislocated ankle is associated with fractures of the distal ends of the tibia and fibula (called the malleolus) in association with damage to the ligaments that help support the ankle joint. Previous ankle sprains, medial malleolar hypoplasia, weakness of the peroneal muscles and ligamentous laxity are predisposing factors for dislocation. Credit: swtbeybiivan at reddit.com Tag a friednd and follow us at @Medicalpedia for more!

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over 4 years ago

Tibia dislocation

over 4 years ago

Need debridement and fixation

over 4 years ago

No pulse on the dorsals pedis, reduce in the field?

over 4 years ago

Emergency Evac.

over 4 years ago

Reduction always preferable.....then splint ☺😷

over 4 years ago

Distal pulse present?

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