Reconstruction of a neglected hyperextension-bicondylar tibial plateau fracture 9 months after original injury and review of the literature. What outcomes can be expected?

Tibial plateau fractures range from simple to complex. Most complex injury types are managed surgically but for some, a decision is made to treat without surgery. We present a case that was managed non-operatively but due to failure of bone union, later required surgical intervention. We discuss the...

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Published in:Trauma case reports 2023-06, Vol.45, p.100823, Article 100823
Main Authors: Wakefield, Sophia M., Giannoudis, Vasileios P., Giannoudis, Peter V.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Bicondylar
Case Report
Fracture
Management
Non-union
Plateau
Tibia
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Summary:Tibial plateau fractures range from simple to complex. Most complex injury types are managed surgically but for some, a decision is made to treat without surgery. We present a case that was managed non-operatively but due to failure of bone union, later required surgical intervention. We discuss the choice of management and potential risk factors influencing outcome.
ISSN:2352-6440
2352-6440
DOI:10.1016/j.tcr.2023.100823