J Korean Foot Ankle Soc.
2011 Dec;15(4):243-246.
Lisfranc Injury Repair with the TightRope(TM) Device: A Case Report
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam, Korea. Orthooh@hanmail.net
Abstract
- Lisfranc injury is complex and difficult to treat. Making the correct diagnosis and achieving an anatomical reduction are important factors in regard to achieving a favorable outcome with this injury. We describe a new technique that we have found to be useful for stabilizing Lisfranc injury. This method is relatively fast and simple, and it provides non-rigid fixation. Also, it eliminates the need for implant removal. To date, we have achieved predictable results for stabilizing and treating this injury with the use of a TightRope(TM) Device, instead of traditional interfragmental screw fixation. In this report, we describe a case in which this method was used with satisfactory short-term results.
