학술논문
The role of imaging in the diagnosis, staging, and management of the osteochondral lesions of the talus.
Document Type
Article
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Subject
*ANKLEBONE
*ARTICULAR cartilage
*DIAGNOSIS
*CONSERVATIVE treatment
*EARLY diagnosis
*ETIOLOGY of diseases
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ISSN
0007-1285
Abstract
Osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT) represent an abnormality of the articular cartilage and sub-chondral bone. The abnormality is typically associated with trauma though the exact aetiology remains unknown. Multiple staging systems have been developed to classify the abnormality and management can vary from conservative treatment to different surgical options. Early diagnosis is essential for optimal outcome and all imaging modalities have a role to play in patient management. The aim of this article is to review the pathology, classification, multimodality imaging appearances of OLT, and how the imaging affects patient management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]