Computed tomography identifies the proximodorsomedial subchondral bone of equine central tarsal bones as a predilection site for sclerosis, demineralisation and associated fractures. [PDF]
Abstract Background The distribution pattern of central tarsal bone (CTB) changes has not been described, except for slab‐ and dorsomedial–plantarolateral fractures. Objectives To describe CTB changes in CT and document their distribution and associations. Study Design Retrospective case series.
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TARSAL BONE DISINTEGRATION IN LEPROSY [PDF]
1. Tarsal bone disintegration is a progressive disorder that affects a high proportion of leprosy patients. 2. Early detection and treatment by immobilisation permit healing with minimal deformity or disability. 3. Feet with advanced lesions can be similarly treated with a satisfactory outcome and amputation is not needed.
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A rare case of cubonavicular coalition
Tarsal coalition is a condition described by partial union between tarsal bones. Its clinical significance is the potential cause for chronic pain in the ankle and foot. Diagnosis of this condition may be delayed until adolescence or early adulthood, and
Jason S. Chu, MD +2 more
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Sex Determination from Talus among Gujarati Population of Anand Region by Discriminant Function Analysis [PDF]
Introduction: The three most vital determinations that must be made when dealing with skeletal remains are sex, age and race. Many skeletal features vary by gender, thus determination of sex is prerequisite for the identification of an individual.
Sumati, Ajay Gajanan Phatak
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Reduced numbers of carpal and tarsal bones (wrist and ankle joints) are extensively observed in the clade of Cetacea and Ruminantia (Cetruminantia). Homebox D11 (Hoxd11) is one of the important genes required for limb development in mammals. Mutations in
Jun Li +7 more
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Talocalcaneal Coalition Including Open Comminuted Calcaneal Fracture; A Case Report and Literature Review [PDF]
Tarsal coalition is an often unrecognised cause of foot and ankle pain and represents a congenital osseous, cartilaginous or fibrous connection between two or more tarsal bones.
Uldis Berzins +5 more
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Morphological Evaluation of the Hip Joint and Pelvic Limb Bones of the Lowland Tapir (Tapirus terrestris Linnaeus, 1758) Using Radiography and Computed Tomography. [PDF]
ABSTRACT The study aimed to characterize, through imaging examinations—including radiographs and computed tomography—the hip joint and the bones of the thigh, leg and feet in Lowland tapirs (Tapirus terrestris). Ten pelvic limbs were collected, two from juveniles and the remaining from adults. The femoral head exhibited a rounded morphology with a well‐
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Calcaneonavicular coalition resection
Tarsal coalition is an abnormal connection between tarsal bones, caused by an embryogenic failure. Its most common forms are calcaneonavicular and talocalcaneal coalition, which are present in 53% and 37% of the cases, respectively. The onset of symptoms
Mercedes Juncay +3 more
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Early Holocene morphological variation in hunter-gatherer hands and feet [PDF]
Background The Windover mortuary pond dates to the Early Archaic period (6,800–5,200 years ago) and constitutes one of the earliest archaeological sites with intact and well-preserved human remains in North America.
Kara C. Hoover, J. Colette Berbesque
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Conservative treatment of patients with tarsal coalitions
Tarsal coalition is a pathological condition with abnormal fusion between two or more tarsal bones. The aim of the study was to evaluate effectiveness of conservative treatment in patients with tarsal coalitions.
A. V. Sapogoosky +2 more
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