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Anteroposterior (a) and lateral (b) radiographs demonstrating displaced fragmented calcaneal tuberosity avulsion following injury.
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Injury radiographs were significant for a displaced fragmented calcaneal tuberosity avulsion (Figures 1(a) and 1(b)).
Anteroposterior (a) and lateral (b) radiographs taken immediately postoperatively.
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The suture was then passed by free straight Keith needle through the cannulated screws, exiting plantarly through the heel pad where the two tails were tied over a padded button (Figures 2(a) and 2(b)).
Anteroposterior (a) and lateral (b) radiographs showing complete healing of the tuberosity.
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Final radiographs demonstrated complete healing of the tuberosity (Figures 3(a) and 3(b)).