Extremely rare combination of open dislocation of the ankle with superior type anterior hip dislocation without bone fracture: A case report

Abstract

Abstract Open dislocation of the ankle without associated fracture is extremely rare. Epstein's superior type of hip dislocation is the rarest type of hip dislocation. We reported a case of 50 years Nepalese gentleman who presented with a combination of these two rare orthopedic emergencies with the newly reported mechanism of injury by a garden tractor. Early extensive debridement of the wound with broad spectrum antibiotics coverage, reduction with delta frame external fixator, and postoperative rehabilitation helps in saving limb along with its function.

Keywords

• ankle
• case report
• open dislocation
• superior dislocation of the hip