Abstract
Arthroscopic arthrodesis of the ankle has become popular because of the reduced invasiveness of the procedure and good bony consolidation compared with conventional open techniques. However, arthroscopic arthrodesis of the subtalar joint has not been as universally accepted. Rheumatoid arthritis frequently involves the talocalcaneal joint in addition to the tibiotalar joint. In such cases, simultaneous fixation of both tibiotalar and talocalcaneal joints is desirable. We undertook arthroscopic-assisted arthrodesis of the tibiotalocalcaneal joint using intramedullary nails with fins for a 76-year-old man with rheumatoid arthritis. Although the patient presented with poor skin condition and osteoporotic bone due to long-term use of systemic corticosteroids, weight bearing was allowed 2 weeks after the surgery. Solid fusion of the tibiotalocalcaneal joint occurred without any complications. Given the twin benefits of reduced invasiveness and secure fixation, this method should be considered for patients requiring both tibiotalar and talocalcaneal joint fusion, when a more extensive surgical exposure would be more risky.
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