Pilon fracture: Difference between revisions
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Revision as of 00:38, 1 May 2012
Background
- Axial loading injury that drives tibial plafond (French for ceiling) into talar dome
- "Pilon" is another word for pestle, a tool used to grind substance in a mortar
- Also known as a tibial plafond fracture
Diagnosis
- Suspect other fractures as well:
- Lumbar spine (esp L1), calcaneus, talar dome, tibial plateau, femoral neck, acetabulum,
- Monitor for compartment syndrome
Imaging
- CT necessary to reveal amount of articular surface displacement/develop treatment plan
See Also
Source
- Tintinalli