Ankle Arthrodesis

Overview

Ankle arthrodesis is a frequent therapy for people suffering from end-stage ankle arthritis (ESAA). Ankle arthrodesis surgery aims to achieve bone union between the tibia and talus with sufficient alignment, neutral dorsiflexion, and mild outward rotation positions) in order to give a pain-free plantigrade foot for weightbearing activities.

There are several variants in surgical technique, including various approaches (open or arthroscopic) and fastening systems (internal or external fixation). Each strategy has benefits and drawbacks. Several factors can influence the success of ankle arthrodesis, including patient selection, surgeon expertise, patient comorbidities, and surgical care.