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Title: Ruptures of the ligaments about the tibio-fibular syndesmosis. Author: Katznelson A, Lin E, Militiano J. Journal: Injury; 1983 Nov; 15(3):170-2. PubMed ID: 6642626. Abstract: The clinical picture of ruptures of the ligaments about the tibio-fibular syndesmosis are presented. The diagnosis should be based on the history and clinical examination. Arthrography of the ankle confirms the diagnosis. We describe a surgical method of stabilizing this affected joint, wherein local bone is used to arthrodese the tibio-fibular joint.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]