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With the introduction of arthroscopy, we learned to avoid the anatomy. Knowledge of the anatomy however is mandatory for any surgical procedure. This chapter provides the anatomical basis for correct portal placement. It also contains a detailed description of the ligaments of the ankle.
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GolanĂ³, P., van Dijk, C.N. (2014). Arthroscopic Anatomy. In: Ankle Arthroscopy. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-35989-7_3
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