Osteochondral lesions of the talus.
- Author:
Kelvin T L CHEW
1
;
Eileen TAY
;
Yue Shuen WONG
Author Information
1. Sports Medicine Centre, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Alexandra Hospital, Singapore.
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Humans;
Osteochondritis;
etiology;
physiopathology;
surgery;
therapy;
Talus;
physiopathology
- From:Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
2008;37(1):63-68
- CountrySingapore
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Osteochondral lesions of the talus can present as a late complication of ankle injuries. As the talus is largely covered by articular cartilage, it has a limited ability for repair. Early and accurate diagnosis is important as talar integrity is required for optimal function of the ankle. The common presentation is chronic ankle pain with a history of ankle trauma. Conservative treatment involving a period of casting and non-weight-bearing is recommended for acute, non-displaced osteochondral lesions. Surgical management is recommended for unstable lesions or failed conservative management.
