Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Volume 48, Issue 6 , Pages 620-630 , November 2009

Transosseous Fixation of the Distal Tibiofibular Syndesmosis: Comparison of an Interosseous Suture and Endobutton to Traditional Screw Fixation in 50 Cases

  • James M. Cottom, DPM, AACFAS

      Affiliations

    • Private Practice, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Sarasota, FL
    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: James M. Cottom, DPM, AACFAS, Sarasota Orthopedic Associates, 2750 Bahia Vista, Suite 100, Sarasota, FL 34239.
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  • Christopher F. Hyer, DPM, FACFAS

      Affiliations

    • Director Advanced Podiatric Fellowship, Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center, Columbus, OH
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  • Terrence M. Philbin, DO

      Affiliations

    • Fellowship Director, Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center, Columbus OH
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  • Gregory C. Berlet, MD

      Affiliations

    • Chief, Division Of Foot and Ankle, Ohio State University Orthopedics, Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center, Columbus, OH

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PII: S1067-2516(09)00297-X

doi: 10.1053/j.jfas.2009.07.013

Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Volume 48, Issue 6 , Pages 620-630 , November 2009

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