Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10217647 | Injury | 2018 | 21 Pages |
Abstract
We describe the operative management of extended lateral column fractures according to the revised three-column classification approach in a step-by-step fashion. We show that direct reduction and stable fixation of extended lateral column tibial plateau fractures via a limited arthrotomy and tibia condyle osteotomy, with the use of free subchondral 2.7âmm locking screws is a reliable technique. Subsequently, diverging VA-LCP locking screws further improve the structural properties. It is a straightforward technique and the single lateral approach (Lazy-S) facilitates direct reduction of the articular surface and stable fixation of the fracture fragments under direct vision with good radiological and fair functional outcome.
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Authors
Harm Hoekstra, Jasper Vanhees, Juriaan van den Berg, Stefaan Nijs,