Imaging of lisfranc injury and midfoot sprain.

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  • Stephen F Hatem
چکیده

Injuries to the tarsometatarsal joint and of the Lisfranc ligament present a challenge. They are difficult to diagnose and outcomes worsen as diagnosis is delayed. As a result, radiologists and clinicians must have a clear understanding of the relevant nomenclature, anatomy, injury mechanisms, and imaging findings.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Radiologic clinics of North America

دوره 46 6  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2008