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Osteochondral Defects of the Ankle

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Osteochondral defects (OCDs) are lesions involving articular hyaline cartilage and subchondral bone. OCDs mostly occur after an inversion trauma of the ankle, causing pain and disability. In case of persisting deep ankle pain after an ankle sprain, the presence of an OCD should be considered. These lesions are located medially or laterally. Examination should consist of physical examination and diagnostic imaging. On plain radiographs, however, an OCD is often missed. Depending on the size and location of the lesion and present symptoms, conservative or surgical treatment options are available.

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Vuurberg, G., van Dijk, C.N. (2016). Osteochondral Defects of the Ankle. In: Randelli, P., Dejour, D., van Dijk, C., Denti, M., Seil, R. (eds) Arthroscopy. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-49376-2_81

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