FACT-1 aims to establish a multi-centre, retrospective review of talus fractures treated within the past 10 years using a national collaborative (FACT).

This should enable a well-powered study of talus fractures with a variety of managements and complications.

We aim to identify specific risk factors for current complication rates to guide best management.

FACT-1 is supported by the society of British Foot & Ankle Surgeons (BOFAS).

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The following is a provisional study timeline for

• Data collection: 15th February 2026 – 12th June 2026
• Data cleaning & quality control: 15th June 2026 – 17th July 2026
• Deadline for response to data queries: 4th August 2026
• Data analysis: August – October 2026
• Initial presentation of results: BOFAS 2026 (4th – 6th November 2026 in Cardiff)
• Write up and publication of results: November 2026 – January 2027

For any questions regarding the study, please contact fact1.study@gmail.com which is covered by members of the study steering committee.

PLEASE DO NOT SEND YOUR DATA OR ANY PATIENT INFORMATION TO THAT ADDRESS