Subtle Lisfranc Injuries: Contemporary Perspectives

Lisfranc injuries, while relatively uncommon, are frequently missed upon initial review, with nearly one-third eluding detection. These missed injuries are a significant cause of litigation. While associated with high-energy trauma, they also occur from lower-energy indirect mechanisms, particularly in athletes. This review highlights contemporary perspectives on subtle Lisfranc disruptions and introduces a modification to the prevalent classification system.

Key Aspects

This review covers subtle injuries, emphasizing the importance of identifying and properly classifying these often overlooked injuries to reduce the risk of long-term complications and litigation.

Significance and Relevance

For healthcare professionals, researchers, and those involved in sports medicine, foot and ankle surgery, or orthopedic trauma, this review is crucial. It provides an update on the latest thinking in Lisfranc injury management, highlights the challenges in diagnosing subtle injuries, and demonstrates the need for heightened awareness and improved diagnostic strategies. The emphasis on early and accurate diagnosis aligns with the broader trend in medicine toward optimizing outcomes through timely intervention, making this approach highly relevant for those involved in orthopedic trauma care.ShareExportRewrite