The medial triplane fracture: report of an unusual injury

The medial triplane fracture: report of an unusual injury

A case report of a medial triplane fracture of the distal tibia is presented, with successful open reduction of the fracture. The injury occurs across three planes, with medial and posterior displacement. Anatomic reduction is necessary to prevent articular surface incongruity or a growth disturbanc...

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Published in:The journal of trauma Vol. 21; no. 11; p. 991
Main Authors: Denton, J R, Fischer, S J
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: United States 01-11-1981
Subjects:
Child
Humans
Male
Radiography
Tibial Fractures - diagnostic imaging
Tibial Fractures - surgery
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Summary:A case report of a medial triplane fracture of the distal tibia is presented, with successful open reduction of the fracture. The injury occurs across three planes, with medial and posterior displacement. Anatomic reduction is necessary to prevent articular surface incongruity or a growth disturbance.
ISSN:0022-5282
DOI:10.1097/00005373-198111000-00017