Minimizing the Risk of Vascular Injury: Anatomy of the Popliteal Artery in the Pediatric Knee

Conclusions: Understanding the position of the popliteal artery in pediatric patients can help when stabilizing tibial tubercle fractures. Because the artery is close to the posterior cortex, a drill exiting in line with the popliteal artery risks vascular injury. Therefore, we recommend that screws exit within the medial 60% of the tibia. Level of Evidence: IV
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Sports Medicine Source Type: research