All approaches to the talus

$Anterolateral approach to expose talar neck fractures$

Illustration of anteromedial approach to the talus

Direct lateral talus approach, similar to mid-portion of the anterolateral approach

Posteromedial talus approach: exposure limited to posterior talus and ankle/subtalar joints

$Posterolateral approach hindfoot: access to posterior talus for fractures, nonunion, stabilization.$

Medial malleolar osteotomy

Lateral malleolar osteotomy reflects bone to improve access and visualization of hard-to-reach anatomy

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