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Lorenz Bohler (1885 – 1973) 340

Lorenz Böhler

Lorenz Böhler (1885-1973) Austrian Physician and Surgeon. Eponymously associated with Böhler angle – a measurement on a lateral foot x-ray to determine calcaneal injuries
Böhler angle LITFL 340

Böhler angle

Böhler angle. The angle between line from highest point of anterior process to highest point of posterior facet plus line tangential to superior edge of tuberosity; measured on lateral foot x-ray. Normally 20-40°. If < 20° represents a calcaneal fracture