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Current concepts review. Management of proximal tibial fractures

Year: 2023

Type: review

Abstract: The management of proximal tibial fractures has evolved significantly in recent years. While the main goals of treatment - stability, restoration of the mechanical axis, and smooth articular surfaces - remain the same, methods have advanced substantially. In diagnostics, technical progress in CT and MR imaging has led to a better three-dimensional understanding of the injury. Newly developed classification systems such as the three-column concept of Luo et al. and the 10-segment concept of Krause et al. take this into account. Accordingly, there is a trend towards tailored approaches for particular fracture localizations. Parallel to this development, there is increasing evidence of the advantages of arthroscopically assisted surgical procedures. This Current Concepts article reviews classifications, diagnostics, treatment options as well as complications in fractures of the proximal tibia.

Source: Frontiers in Surgery

DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2023.1138274

Authors: Patrick Gahr, Sebastian Kopf, Stephan Pauly

Institutions: Universitätsmedizin Rostock, Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg Theodor Fontane, Universitätsklinikum Brandenburg an der Havel, Vivantes Klinikum

Language: English

Topic: Bone fractures and treatments

Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,484