ReviewArchives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery2022
Bosworth fracture complicated by unrecognized compartment syndrome: a case report and review of the literature.
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- Isolated Fibula Fracture With Development of Acute Compartment Syndrome.Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews · 2025Article
- Bosworth ankle fracture-dislocation: current concept review.EFORT open reviews · 2024Review
- A rare Bosworth Variant Isolated Distal Fibula Dislocation with a Successful Closed Reduction: A Case Report and Technique.Journal of orthopaedic case reports · 2024Article
- Complicated Bosworth fracture-dislocation: A case report and review of the literature.Chinese journal of traumatology = Zhonghua chuang shang za zhi · 2023Review
- Bosworth Fractures of the Ankle: A Systematic Literature Review.Journal of personalized medicine · 2023Review
- Bosworth Ankle Injuries - Treatment Challenges in Late and Neglected Presentations.Journal of orthopaedic case reports · 2022Article
- A Case Series of Bosworth Fracture-Dislocations and Review of 129 Reported Cases.Malaysian orthopaedic journal · 2022Article
- Temporizing cast immobilization is a safe alternative to external fixation in ankle fracture-dislocation while posterior malleolar fragment size predicts loss of reduction: a case control study.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2022Article
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Abstract
introductionCompartment syndrome (CS) is exceedingly rare in ankle fractures. However, the risk of CS development seems to be increased in the presence of a Bosworth fracture-dislocation (BF), a rare variant of locked dislocation of the fibula behind the tibia. MATERIALS AND
methodsHere, we report the case of a 39-year old man with delayed diagnosis of CS after having sustained a BF and failed attempts on closed reduction. The patient developed a flexion contracture of the hallux necessitating secondary fusion.
resultsAt 3 years after the injury, the patient was capable of running, but had 10 degrees limitation of ankle dorsiflexion, persisting decreased sensation on the plantar surface and clawing of the lesser toes. A thorough review of the literature revealed nine cases of CS after 167 reported BF resulting in a calculated prevalence of 5.4%.
conclusionsGiven the extreme paucity of CS in malleolar fractures, CS in BF has a relatively high prevalence. Risk factors include severe dislocations, repeated attempts on closed reduction, and a long interval to definite surgery. A high index of suspicion is required because delayed diagnosis leads to lasting functional restrictions.
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