Clinical orthopaedics and related research
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Clin. Orthop. Relat. Res. · Jun 1990
Review Case ReportsBosworth fracture-dislocation of the ankle. A case report and review of the literature.
The Bosworth fracture-dislocation is a rare fracture-dislocation of the ankle where the proximal fibular fragment lodges behind the tibia, rendering it irreducible by routine closed manipulations. Clinically the patient's foot is in severe external rotation. ⋯ If properly recognized, these injuries can be successfully treated by closed or open techniques with return of near-normal ankle function. The problem is illustrated in a case involving a 40-year-old woman, as related to a review of the literature and discussion of the treatment rationale.