A tibial plafond fracture (also known as a pilon fracture) is a fracture of the distal end of the tibia, most commonly associated with comminution, intra-articular extension, and significant soft tissue injury.
In his 2013 study, which is based on CT images of C3 AO tibial pilon fractures, Cole describes a constant fracture pattern at the articular level (>90% of cases); we found 3 main fragments: medial, …
Review the diagnostic approach for an evaluation and assessment of a patient presenting with a potential pilon fracture, including any indicated imaging studies. Outline the treatment options for pilon …
AO Principles of Fracture Management is an essential resource for orthopedic trauma surgeons and residents in these specialties. The third edition of the book has been fully …
A thorough examination for polytraumatic injuries, neurovascular status, and skin condition should be done. A variety of approaches can be chosen based on fracture pattern, …
Treatment of type C AO-OTA Pilon fractures in patients with Tscherne grade 1, 2 of soft tissue using PORIF or two-stage method including primary external fixation …
The minimally invasive approaches (minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis, MIPO) are indicated primarily for extra-articular fractures (AO/OTA 43-A, which are not …
Pilon fractures include a wide range of complexity. The timing and type of definitive fixation is dictated by the soft tissue injury and energy imparted to the fracture. …
