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===Types=== | ===Types=== | ||
*Type I | *Type I | ||
** | **Fracture through the small distal portion of the tibial tuberosity | ||
*Type II | *Type II | ||
**Occur after coalescence of secondary ossification centers of tuberosity to the metaphysis | **Occur after coalescence of secondary ossification centers of tuberosity to the metaphysis | ||
Revision as of 02:49, 3 July 2016
Background
- Due to contraction of quadriceps against fixed leg
Types
- Type I
- Fracture through the small distal portion of the tibial tuberosity
- Type II
- Occur after coalescence of secondary ossification centers of tuberosity to the metaphysis
- Type III
- Splits epiphysis of the tuberosity from the epiphysis of the proximal tibia
- At risk for compartment syndrome
Clinical Features
Differential Diagnosis
Pediatric Tibial Fractures
Workup
Management
- Types I and II
- Immobilization
- Displaced type II and type III
- Immediate ortho consult