Increased Articular Exposure of the Lateral Tibial Plateau with a Midline Lateral Parapatellar Arthrotomy Compared to an Anterolateral Submeniscal Arthrotomy: a Cadaveric Study

Tibial plateau fractures comprise approximately 1% of all fracture types. Isolated lateral plateau fractures are the most common pattern, encompassing up to 70% of tibial fractures [1,2]. Goals of operative treatment are anatomic articular reduction, restoration of mechanical alignment and joint stability, and treatment of associated meniscal injuries in an effort to prevent post-traumatic arthritis. Optimal surgical exposure is necessary to accomplish these goals.
Source: Injury - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research