Fixation of posterior tibial plateau fracture with additional posterior plating improves early rehabilitation and patient satisfaction
Conclusion: Addition of posterior approach for stabilization of the posterior fragment in posterior tibial plateau fractures achieves early and improved knee functions, good range of movements, minimal deformities, and pain scores by the time fracture unites. However, peri-operative morbidity, Extra implant costs and increased operative time are its disadvantages.
Source: Indian Journal of Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Shivam Sinha Mahipat Singh Shyam K Saraf Amit Rastogi Alok K Rai Tej Bali Singh Source Type: research