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Volkmann's deformity (Richard von Volkmann)
Also known as:
Volkmann’s syndrome I
Volkmann’s disease
von Volkmann-Sprunggelenkdeformität (German).
Associated persons:
Richard von Volkmann
Description:
Congenital talus luxation. Eponym used to indicate tibiotarsal dislocation causing a congenital deformity of the foot.
Bibliography:
- R. Volkmann:
Ein Fall von hereditärer kongenitaler Luxation beider Sprunggelenke.
Deutsche Zeitschrift für Chirurgie, Leipzig, 1873, 2: 538-542.
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