Treatment of Pilon fracture
- VernacularTitle:Pilon骨折的治疗
- Author:
Congfeng LUO
;
Bingfang ZENG
;
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Pilon fracture;
Criteria for injury assessment;
Postoperative treatment
- From:
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
2002;0(03):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Complex Pilon fracture is always a challenge to orthopaedic surgeons. Careful assessment of the injury, especially the soft tissue condition, is essential for a proper treatment planning. Classification of the fracture is also important for evaluation of the prognosis. Treatment planning includes: timing of the surgery, selection of the fixation method and postoperative protocols. In this article, on the basis of literature review and personal experience, the author suggests criteria for injury assessment and postoperative treatment. A brief comparison of different kinds of fixation is made and the principle of implant selection is discussed in the text.
