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https://youtu.be/Adfe07WqbFkATFL Avulsion FracturesThe most common type of ATFL injury is a pure ligamentous rupture, followed by an avulsion fracture from the tip of the lateral malleolus.Avulsion fractures from the talus are rare after lateral ankle sprains.Difficulty in Differentiating Os Subfibulare and Fibular Avulsion FracturesOs subfibulare and ATFL fibular avulsion fractures, especially ..

https://youtu.be/3VF_piDgBqcUnderstanding Anterior Talofibular Ligament (ATFL) InjuriesThe Anterior Talofibular Ligament (ATFL) is one of the most commonly injured ligaments in the ankle. This post highlights the types of ATFL injuries and key imaging features for diagnosis.Types of ATFL InjuriesPure Ligamentous RuptureAvulsion Fracture at the Fibular AttachmentAvulsion Fracture at the Talar Att..

https://youtu.be/wiHOwkRSeS8✅ The calcaneofibular ligament (CFL) is the second most commonly injured ligament in lateral ankle sprains, following the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL). Understanding its anatomy and imaging characteristics is critical for accurate diagnosis. Orientation: It follows a curved course, requiring evaluation in multiple imaging planes.Dimensions: Rounded in cross-se..

https://youtu.be/ZMlA5DH3Kz41. Lateral Ankle Sprains and ATFLLigament Involved: Anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL).Imaging Characteristics: Best seen on axial MRI at the level where the talus appears elongated.Associated Injury: Often occurs in lateral ankle sprains due to inversion injuries.2. High Ankle Sprains and AITFLLigament Involved: Anterior inferior tibiofibular ligament (AITFL).Imagi..

https://youtu.be/d0PGAS9ZWd4 ✅Anterior Talofibular Ligament (ATFL)Location: Part of the lateral ankle ligament complex, stabilizing the talus.Anatomy: A flat, intracapsular ligament (6-10 mm long, 2 mm thick) connecting the lateral malleolus to the talar neck.Variants: Typically two bands, but may have one or three.MRI Features: ✅Posterior Talofibular Ligament (PTFL)Location: Part of the lateral..