Calcaneal Fracture with Immediate Fixation v. Delayed Fusion

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$This custom medical exhibit reveals four comparative detailed views of the bones of the left foot, ankle and heel. Specifically shown are the following: 1. Initial intra-articular calcaneal (heel bone) fractures, 2. Placement of internal fixation plate and screws, 3. Onset of post-traumatic joint deterioration and arthritis, 4. Final condition after fusion of the tibio-calcaneal joint with bone graft and fixation screws.$

This custom medical exhibit reveals four comparative detailed views of the bones of the left foot, ankle and heel. Specifically shown are the following: 1. Initial intra-articular calcaneal (heel bone) fractures, 2. Placement of internal fixation plate and screws, 3. Onset of post-traumatic joint deterioration and arthritis, 4. Final condition after fusion of the tibio-calcaneal joint with bone graft and fixation screws.

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