Salter–Harris II Ankle Fractures in Children: Does Fracture Pattern Matter?

Conclusions: Salter–Harris II fractures of the ankle are common in children, with fracture pattern directly related to PPC and the chance for angular deformity. PER injuries are more likely to have a PPC associated with an angular deformity compared with SER and supination-plantar flexion injuries. The odds ratio of having an angular deformity with PER injuries compared with SER and SPF injuries is 25. Significance: Fracture pattern of the ankle is related to growth disturbance, which must be taken into consideration when treating these injuries and addressed with the patient and family. Level of Evidence: Prognostic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
Source: Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Original Article Source Type: research