Tibiofibular Synostosis Stress Fracture: A Case Report

Abstract

A case of tibiofibular synostosis stress fracture is reported with its clinical and radiographic appearance as well as treatment.

Keywords

Fibula Stress Fracture Synostosis Tibia

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