A Rare Variant of Posterolateral Tibial Plateau Fracture − A Case Report

Publication date: Available online 27 October 2017 Source:Journal of Arthroscopy and Joint Surgery Author(s): B.M. Naveen, P. Anjan, Vivek Phillip Mathew Tibial plateau fractures are very complex articular fractures with varied fracture configuration and soft tissue damage. Posterolateral corner injuries generally involve soft tissues; hence fractures in this area are very rare. Management of such injuries is a unique challenge in itself as it requires careful identification of fracture pattern and associated soft tissue lesions, proper surgical planning and execution, appropriate post-operative rehabilitation and timely management of complications in order to maximize the functional outcome. Only radiographs may not be sufficient in proper assessment of these injuries, hence CT scan is usually required for better delineation of the fracture pattern and further surgical planning 1. Here, we present an interesting case of such injury with an insight into fracture configuration, surgical fixation and management of complications which resulted in an excellent outcome enabling the individual to resume his pre-injury activity levels.
Source: Journal of Arthroscopy and Joint Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research