Fleck Sign


Other Names
- Fleck Sign
Introduction
- Characterized as a small bony fragment seen in the Lisfranc space
- Between base of 1st and 2nd metatarsal
- Associated with avulsion of the Lisfranc Ligament
- Can be a subtle finding
Interpretation
- Small bony fragment in the first inter-metatarsal space, signifies the avulsion of the Lisfranc ligament.
Pathology
Evidence
- Needs to be updated
See Also
References
- ↑ Case courtesy of Leonardo Lustosa, Radiopaedia.org, rID: 97654
- ↑ Sethuraman, Saranya A., et al. "Radiographic outcomes of cortical screw fixation as an alternative to Kirschner wire fixation for temporary lateral column stabilization in displaced Lisfranc joint fracture-dislocations: a retrospective cohort analysis." BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 23.1 (2022): 54.