Double segmental tibial fractures--an unusual fracture pattern.
- Author:
Kamal BALI
1
;
Vishal KUMAR
;
Sandeep PATEL
;
Sameer AGGARWAL
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopaedics, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012, India.
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- MeSH:
Fibula;
injuries;
Fracture Fixation, Internal;
Humans;
Leg;
Tibia;
Tibial Fractures;
surgery
- From:
Chinese Journal of Traumatology
2011;14(4):247-249
- CountryChina
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
A case of a 50-year-old pedestrian who was hit by a bike and suffered fractures of both bones of his right leg was presented. Complete clinical and radiographic assessment showed double segmental fractures of the tibia and multisegmental fractures of the fibula. Review of the literature revealed that this fracture pattern was unique and only a single case was reported so far. Moreover, we discussed the possible mechanisms which can lead to such an injury. We also discussed the management of segmental tibial fracture and the difficulties encountered with them. This case was managed by modern osteosynthesis technique with a pleasing outcome.
