Arthroscopic tibial spine fracture fixation: Novel techniques
Rajanish R1, Mohammed Jaseel1, Chandhan Murugan2
1(MES Medical College), India.
Abstract:
Proper knee kinematics depends upon the integrity of ACL at its femoral and medial tibial spine attachments. Tibial spine fractures disrupt this complex and if untreated can lead to pain, instability and functional limitation. So proper diagnosis and early treatment of tibial spine avulsion fracture is important. Tibial spine fractures are often associated with intra-articular injuries which are more common in adults. Diagnosis and treatment of these associated injuries along with proper fixation of tibial spine fractures are essential. Surgical options for tibial spine fractures include reduction and fixation through arthrotomy or arthroscopic technique. Arthroscopic technique is now more popular as it allows accurate diagnosis and treatment of associated injuries, reduction and fixation of all types of tibial spine fractures and reduced morbidity compared with open techniques.
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