Achilles, peroneus longus and brevis ruptures with lateral malleolus fracture: A case report and review of literature
This case underscores the importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion for concomitant injuries in high-energy ankle trauma during snow sports. Timely advanced imaging and a comprehensive surgical approach are crucial for optimal outcomes in such complex cases.
Authors
- Joshua A. Metzl (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6115-0799)
- Gary Sakryd (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8695-4715)
- Alexander Vlasak (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6170-9895)
- Christopher Orear
Institutions
- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- World Journal of Orthopedics
- Published
- 2026-01-09
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5312/wjo.v17.i1.112222
- Primary Topic
- Winter Sports Injuries and Performance
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00