Computerized axial tomography in calcaneal fractures.

The authors illustrate how CAT may be used to obtain a clear picture of fractures of the calcaneus. The first CAT pictures are evaluated at the acute stage with reference to the principal etiopathogenetic theories. Next, the outcome of fractures treated non surgically is evaluated. Lastly, we discuss the outcome of fractures which, on the basis of information provided by CAT, were treated by surgical reduction.