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World J Clin Cases. Oct 26, 2024; 12(30): 6410-6412
Published online Oct 26, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i30.6410
Beyond the imaging evaluation of fractures of the lateral process of the talus: Let’s not forget concomitant injuries
Cristian Lindner, Pedro Reyes, Eduardo Molina, Andrés Olave
Cristian Lindner, Pedro Reyes, Eduardo Molina, Andrés Olave, Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Concepción, Concepción 4030000, Biobío, Chile
Cristian Lindner, Eduardo Molina, Andrés Olave, Department of Radiology, Hospital Regional Guillermo Grant Benavente, Concepción 4030000, Biobío, Chile
Pedro Reyes, Department of Musculoskeletal Radiology, Hospital Regional Guillermo Grant Benavente, Concepción 4030000, Biobío, Chile
Author contributions: Lindner C designed the manuscript; Reyes P, Molina E, and Olave A contributed to drafting and revision of the manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Cristian Lindner, Doctor, MD, Doctor, Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Concepción, No. 1290 Victor Lamas, Concepción 4030000, Biobío, Chile. clindner@udec.cl
Received: May 3, 2024
Revised: August 19, 2024
Accepted: August 22, 2024
Published online: October 26, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: The development of novel imaging classification systems to improve the diagnosis of fractures of the lateral process of the talus and concomitant talar injuries is imperative. Traditional radiographic methods, if relied upon solely, can result in misdiagnosis, leading to untreated long-term complications and functional consequences for patients.