OUTCOME OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE FIXATION OF CALCANEAL FRACTURE - A RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS

Dr Sadanandan A N; Dr Rijesh Pottangadi

Volume : VIII, Issue : IV, April - 2019

OUTCOME OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE FIXATION OF CALCANEAL FRACTURE - A RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS

Dr Sadanandan A N, Dr Rijesh Pottangadi

Abstract :

Calcaneal fractures are common injuries amongst industrial workers and tree climbers and add huge economic burden to the society at large. Multiple treatment modalities are described for its management. Open Reduction and internal fixation of these fractures with plates are usually associated with high skin related complications including eakdown of skin with or without infection. We conducted this study to determine the functional outcome of patients with calcaneal fractures treated with minimally invasive fixation of fractures with cancellous screws after indirect reduction with JESS or manual reduction or with Steinmen pin. Total of 24 fractures in 23 patients were studied, out of which, 22 were male, and the average age of patients was 45.39 years. The average follow up period was 34.78 months. At last follow up, the average VAS score was 2.41 and the average AOFAS (American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society) score was 77.63. 2 patients had deep wound infections requiring metal exit. Minimally invasive technique gives acceptable reduction and minimizes the possibility of skin complications after surgery