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ReviewKnee surgery, sports traumatology, arthroscopy : official journal of the ESSKA2026

Navicular and fifth metatarsal base stress fractures: An illustrated anatomical review.

Xiuqi Liu, Choon Chiet Hong, Francisco Reina, Anna Carrera, Enric Alcolea-Madera, Jorge Javier Del Vecchio, Miki Dalmau-Pastor

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7 authors.

Xiuqi LiuDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0876-4120
Choon Chiet HongDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, National University Hospital, Singapore, Singapore.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0309-8096
Francisco ReinaMedical Sciences Department, Clinical Anatomy, Embryology and Neuroscience Research Group (NEOMA), Faculty of Medicine, University of Girona, Girona, Spain.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2664-2277
Anna CarreraMedical Sciences Department, Clinical Anatomy, Embryology and Neuroscience Research Group (NEOMA), Faculty of Medicine, University of Girona, Girona, Spain.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3265-2778
Enric Alcolea-MaderaHuman Anatomy and Embryology Unit, Department of Pathology and Experimental Therapeutics, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0000-1627-3992
Jorge Javier Del VecchioHuman Anatomy and Embryology Unit, Department of Pathology and Experimental Therapeutics, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5263-7626
Miki Dalmau-PastorHuman Anatomy and Embryology Unit, Department of Pathology and Experimental Therapeutics, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6043-698X

Funding

China Scholarship Council 202408520025
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The navicular bone and the proximal fifth metatarsal (M5) play a vital role in maintaining the structural integrity and biomechanical stability of the foot's medial and lateral columns, respectively. Both bones' unique anatomical configuration, intricate mechanical environment and limited vascular supply make specific locations particularly vulnerable to stress fractures. Moreover, the combination of mechanical loading patterns and restricted perfusion in the navicular and proximal M5 further contributes to delayed healing, nonunion and refracture. Therefore, finding suitable treatment options for the different damage patterns involving both bones is critical for reducing complications and improving clinical results. This paper aims to clarify the anatomical and biomechanical features underlying these fractures to improve diagnosis, prevention, and clinical management in high-risk populations. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: N/A.

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Fractures, StressMetatarsal BonesTarsal BonesBiomechanical PhenomenaHumansanatomyfifth metatarsalnavicularstress fractures

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PMID42171011
PMCPMC13502435

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