Fibular pseudoarthrosis

Case contributed by Bruno Di Muzio
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Fibular fracture two years ago. She underwent three surgeries, the last one around a year ago.

Patient Data

Age: 75 years
Gender: Female

CT Lt Ankle

ct

Fibular distal fracture nonunion. Diffuse osteopenia noticed. 

Case Discussion

Pseudoarthrosis refers to bones that do not heal after fracture. These usually occur after trauma or surgery and affect mostly adults.

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