Clinical imaging · UKMLA & AKT
Calcaneal fractures
A free high-yield preview for the UKMLA Applied Knowledge Test. Below are the key points to recognise calcaneal fractures — the full SA Note notes add investigations, management, complications and 10 practice questions.
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- Most common tarsal fracture - ~60% of all tarsal injuries
- Classic mechanism: fall from height causing axial loading - talus driven down into posterior facet
- Always image both heels after high-energy falls - bilateral fractures occur in a significant proportion
- Always screen for associated injuries: lumbar compression fractures (most important - ask about back pain), contralateral calcaneal fracture, ankle/femoral fractures
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