Open reduction and internal fixation in 46 displaced intraarticular calcaneal fractures

The subject of this report is the evaluation of 46 comminuted displaced intraarticular calcaneal fractures in 40 patients treated by open reduction and internal fixation. The results were validated by a score based on objective findings and a subjective gradation obtained by a visual analyzing score (VAS). The results were excellent or good in 30 treated fractures, while the results in 9 fractures were validated ns satisfactory and ill 7 as unsatisfactory. The results concerning disability and need for workman's compensation were promising in patients who had suffered fractures known to result in a high disability and compensation rate. (C) 1998 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.