Symptomatic bilateral talonavicular coalition: A case report

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Published Mar 2, 2025
https://doi.org/10.62438/tunismed.v103i3.5556
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Vol. 103 No. 3 (2025): Tunis Med Mar 2025

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Mohamed Achraf Ferjani
Pediatric Orthopedic Department, Kassab Orthopedic Institute,University of Tunis El manar , Faculty of Medicine of Tunis,Tunis, Tunisia.
Mohamed Taghouti
Pediatric Orthopedic Department, Kassab Orthopedic Institute,University of Tunis El manar , Faculty of Medicine of Tunis,Tunis, Tunisia.
Yosri Abcha
Pediatric Orthopedic Department, Kassab Orthopedic Institute,University of Tunis El manar , Faculty of Medicine of Tunis,Tunis, Tunisia.
Mourad Jenzri
Pediatric Orthopedic Department, Kassab Orthopedic Institute,University of Tunis El manar , Faculty of Medicine of Tunis,Tunis, Tunisia.
Khaled Anis Kamoun
Pediatric Orthopedic Department, Kassab Orthopedic Institute,University of Tunis El manar , Faculty of Medicine of Tunis,Tunis, Tunisia.

Abstract

Introduction: Talonavicular coalition (TC) is a rare cause of foot pain, less frequent than talocalcaneal or calcaneonavicular coalitions. Symptomatic coalitions can significantly impact a patient's mobility and quality of life.


Observation: We presented the case of a 14-year-old boy with bilateral TCs presenting with medial foot pain. Surgical resection of the distal navicular coalition and tibialis posterior repositioning were performed. At 12-month follow-up, the patient reported complete resolution of pain.


Conclusion: This case highlights the importance of considering TC in the differential diagnosis of medial foot pain in adolescents. Surgical intervention can provide effective and long-lasting pain relief in these patients

Keywords:

Adolescent, Pied, Synostose du tarse, Tarse

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