Title of article
Avulsion Fracture of the Tibialis Anterior Tendon Associated with First Metatarsal Base Fracture: A Case Report and Literature Review
Author/Authors
Mao ، Wei Department of Orthopaedic Surgery - Yangpu Hospital, School of Medicine - National University Health System , Chang ، Shi-min Department of Orthopaedic Surgery - Yangpu Hospital, School of Medicine - Tongji University , Hong ، Choon Chiet Department of Orthopaedic Surgery 3 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery - Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine - National University Health System Hospital, National University Health System, National University of Singapore
From page
144
To page
147
Abstract
We present a unique case of a 59-year-old shipyard worker who sustained an avulsion fracture of the tibialis anterior tendon, concurrently with a comminuted fracture at the base of the first metatarsal. This is the first reported case highlighting this concomitant presentation, which underlines the possibility of avulsion fractures accompanying comminuted fractures. Importantly, such avulsion fractures could lead to skin tenting and potential necrosis, necessitating early identification and prompt intervent ion. The patient underwent successful surgical intervention and displayed good functional restoration 15 months postoperatively. Level of evidence: IV
Keywords
avulsion fracture , comminuted fracture , first metatarsal base , skin tenting , tibialis anterior tendon
Journal title
The Archives of Bone and Joint Surgery
Journal title
The Archives of Bone and Joint Surgery
Record number
2765172
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