Tarsometatarsal Arthrodesis for Lisfranc Injuries

Abstract

This article discusses tarsometatarsal arthrodesis for Lisfranc injuries. Although open reduction and internal fixation has traditionally been the treatment of choice for most Lisfranc fracture-dislocations, there is a trend toward primary fusion, especially for purely ligamentous injuries. Consideration should be made for primary fusion in select fracture-dislocation cases. Primary fusion offers a single-stage alternative with potentially more stable, predictable results overtime.

Keywords: Fracture dislocation; Ligamentous injury; Lisfranc injuries; Primary arthrodesis tarsometatarsal joint.