Tibial shaft fracture

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Background

  • Open fracture is common due to minimal amount of subcutaneous tissue
  • Fibula is often fractured as well

Clinical Features

  • Localized pain/swelling
  • Inability to bear weight

Treatment

  • Long leg posterior splint
    • Knee at 5 degrees flexion, foot in slight plantarflexion
  • Rule-out compartment syndrome

Disposition

  • Consider discharge if low-energy injury and pt not at risk of compartment syndrome

See Also

Tibia Fx (Peds)

Source

  • Tintinalli
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