Ilksen GURKAN, Hakan ATALAR, Hakan KINIK, Ertan MERGEN

Ibn-i Sina Hastanesi Ortopedi ve Travmatoloji Anabilim Dali 06100, SIHHIYE, ANKARA, TURKEY

Keywords: Avulsion fracture, tuberositas calcanei

Abstract

Avulsion fracture of tuberositas calcanei is rarely seen. In this type of fracture, sudden contraction of Achille's tendon is the responsible mechanism. Osteoporosis and diabetes mellitus are the predisposing factors. An avulsion fracture of tuberositas calcanei is presented.