Bilateral
Lisfranc fractures are rare and often associated with complex soft tissue and
neurological involvement, posing significant diagnostic and therapeutic
challenges. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical and neurological outcomes
of patients with bilateral Lisfranc fracture–dislocations complicated by
peripheral nerve injury, and to propose an integrated management approach
emphasizing early neurological assessment and rehabilitation.
A
prospective observational study was conducted involving 12 adult patients (mean
age 36.4 years) presenting with bilateral Lisfranc injuries following
high-energy trauma. All patients underwent standardized imaging with computed
tomography and electromyographic assessment to identify associated nerve
damage, primarily involving the deep peroneal and tibial nerves. Surgical
fixation was performed using open reduction and internal fixation with trans
articular screws or dorsal bridge plates, followed by staged neurological
rehabilitation. Postoperative outcomes were evaluated over 12 months using the
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) midfoot score, nerve
conduction velocity testing, and functional independence measures.
Results
demonstrated that 75% of patients achieved satisfactory fracture union within
14 weeks, with significant improvement in mean AOFAS scores from 42.6
preoperatively to 82.3 at one year. Peripheral nerve recovery was partial in 8
patients and complete in 3, with persistent sensory deficits in one case. Early
identification of nerve involvement and initiation of neuromodulatory therapy
correlated with improved sensory and motor recovery. Patients receiving
combined orthopaedic and neurological follow-up exhibited faster functional
return and reduced chronic pain scores compared to those with delayed
neurological intervention.
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