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Ruedi–Allgower Classification
The Ruedi–Allgower classification is a system of categorizing pilon fractures of the distal tibia. __TOC__ Classification See also *Ankle fracture An ankle fracture is a break of one or more of the bones that make up the ankle joint. Symptoms may include pain, swelling, bruising, and an inability to walk on the injured leg. Complications may include an associated high ankle sprain, compar ... * Herscovici classification * Danis–Weber classification * Lauge-Hansen classification References Bone fractures Ankle fracture classifications Injuries of ankle and foot {{Orthopedics-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pilon Fracture
A pilon fracture, is a fracture of the distal part of the tibia, involving its articular surface at the ankle joint. Pilon fractures are caused by rotational or axial forces, mostly as a result of falls from a height or motor vehicle accidents. Pilon fractures are rare, comprising 3 to 10 percent of all fractures of the tibia and 1 percent of all lower extremity fractures, but they involve a large part of the weight-bearing surface of the tibia in the ankle joint. Because of this, they may be difficult to fixate and are historically associated with high rates of complications and poor outcome. ''Pilon'' is the French word for "pestle" and was introduced into orthopedic literature in 1911 by pioneer French radiologist Étienne Destot. Classification Pilon fractures are categorized by two main X-ray schemes, Ruedi-Allgower classification system. and Müller AO Classification of fractures. Treatment The treatment of pilon fractures depends on the extent of the injury. This incl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anatomical Terms Of Location
Standard anatomical terms of location are used to describe unambiguously the anatomy of humans and other animals. The terms, typically derived from Latin or Greek roots, describe something in its standard anatomical position. This position provides a definition of what is at the front ("anterior"), behind ("posterior") and so on. As part of defining and describing terms, the body is described through the use of anatomical planes and axes. The meaning of terms that are used can change depending on whether a vertebrate is a biped or a quadruped, due to the difference in the neuraxis, or if an invertebrate is a non-bilaterian. A non-bilaterian has no anterior or posterior surface for example but can still have a descriptor used such as proximal or distal in relation to a body part that is nearest to, or furthest from its middle. International organisations have determined vocabularies that are often used as standards for subdisciplines of anatomy. For example, '' Termi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tibia
The tibia (; : tibiae or tibias), also known as the shinbone or shankbone, is the larger, stronger, and anterior (frontal) of the two Leg bones, bones in the leg below the knee in vertebrates (the other being the fibula, behind and to the outside of the tibia); it connects the knee with the ankle bones, ankle. The tibia is found on the anatomical terms of location#Medial, medial side of the leg next to the fibula and closer to the median plane. The tibia is connected to the fibula by the interosseous membrane of leg, forming a type of fibrous joint called a syndesmosis with very little movement. The tibia is named for the flute ''aulos, tibia''. It is the second largest bone in the human body, after the femur. The leg bones are the strongest long bones as they support the rest of the body. Structure In human anatomy, the tibia is the second largest bone next to the femur. As in other vertebrates the tibia is one of two bones in the lower leg, the other being the fibula, and is a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ankle Fracture
An ankle fracture is a break of one or more of the bones that make up the ankle joint. Symptoms may include pain, swelling, bruising, and an inability to walk on the injured leg. Complications may include an associated high ankle sprain, compartment syndrome, stiffness, malunion, and post-traumatic arthritis. Ankle fractures may result from excessive stress on the joint such as from rolling an ankle or from blunt trauma. Types of ankle fractures include lateral malleolus, medial malleolus, posterior malleolus, bimalleolar, and trimalleolar fractures. The Ottawa ankle rule can help determine the need for X-rays. Special X-ray views called stress views help determine whether an ankle fracture is unstable. Treatment depends on the fracture type. Ankle stability largely dictates non-operative vs. operative treatment. Non-operative treatment includes splinting or casting while operative treatment includes fixing the fracture with metal implants through an open reduction inter ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Herscovici Classification
The Herscovici classification is a system of categorizing medial malleolus fractures of the distal tibia based on level. __TOC__ Classification {, class="wikitable" , - ! Type ! Description , - , A , Avulsion fracture of the anterior colliculus involving the superficial deltoid ligament , - , B , Intermediate fracture , - , C , Fracture at the level of the plafond ( Lauge-Hansen external rotation-abduction type) , - , D , Plafond fracture ( Lauge-Hansen supination-adduction type) See also * Ankle fracture * Pilon fracture A pilon fracture, is a fracture of the distal part of the tibia, involving its articular surface at the ankle joint. Pilon fractures are caused by rotational or axial forces, mostly as a result of falls from a height or motor vehicle accidents. P ... * Danis–Weber classification * Lauge-Hansen classification References Bone fractures Ankle fracture classifications Injuries of ankle and foot ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Danis–Weber Classification
The Danis–Weber classification (often known just as the Weber classification) is a method of describing ankle fractures. It has three categories: ;Type A Fracture of the fibula distal to the syndesmosis (the connection between the distal ends of the tibia and fibula). Typical features: * below level of the ankle joint * tibiofibular syndesmosis intact * deltoid ligament intact * medial malleolus occasionally fractured * usually stable: occasionally nonetheless requires an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) particularly if medial malleolus fractured ;Type B Fracture of the fibula at the level of the syndesmosis. Typical features: * at the level of the ankle joint, extending superiorly and laterally up the fibula * tibiofibular syndesmosis intact or only partially torn, but no widening of the distal tibiofibular articulation * medial malleolus may be fractured or deltoid ligament may be torn * variable stability ;Type C Fracture of the fibula proximal to the syndesmosi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lauge-Hansen Classification
The Lauge-Hansen classification is a system used to describe Ankle fracture, ankle fractures based on the mechanism of injury. It was developed by Niels Lauge-Hansen in 1950 and categorizes fractures into distinct patterns based on the position of the foot and the type of force applied during the injury. The classification helps predict associated ligamentous injuries, guide imaging interpretation, and inform treatment decisions. The classification system is widely used in clinical practice but has been criticized for its complexity and limited interobserver reliability. While it remains valuable for understanding ankle fracture patterns, it is often used alongside other classification systems, such as the Danis-Weber system, to improve diagnostic accuracy. This article also discusses the signs and symptoms of ankle fractures, diagnostic approaches, and treatment strategies, offering a comprehensive overview of the condition. History The Lauge-Hansen classification system for a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bone Fractures
A bone fracture (abbreviated FRX or Fx, Fx, or #) is a medical condition in which there is a partial or complete break in the continuity of any bone in the body. In more severe cases, the bone may be broken into several fragments, known as a ''comminuted fracture''. An open fracture (or compound fracture) is a bone fracture where the broken bone breaks through the skin. A bone fracture may be the result of high force impact or stress, or a minimal trauma injury as a result of certain medical conditions that weaken the bones, such as osteoporosis, osteopenia, bone cancer, or osteogenesis imperfecta, where the fracture is then properly termed a pathologic fracture. Most bone fractures require urgent medical attention to prevent further injury. Signs and symptoms Although bone tissue contains no pain receptors, a bone fracture is painful for several reasons: * Breaking in the continuity of the periosteum, with or without similar discontinuity in endosteum, as both contain mult ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ankle Fracture Classifications
The ankle, the talocrural region or the jumping bone (informal) is the area where the foot and the leg meet. The ankle includes three joints: the ankle joint proper or talocrural joint, the subtalar joint, and the inferior tibiofibular joint. The movements produced at this joint are dorsiflexion and plantarflexion of the foot. In common usage, the term ankle refers exclusively to the ankle region. In medical terminology, "ankle" (without qualifiers) can refer broadly to the region or specifically to the talocrural joint. The main bones of the ankle region are the talus bone, talus (in the foot), the tibia, and fibula (both in the leg). The talocrural joint is a Synovial joint, synovial hinge joint that connects the distal ends of the tibia and fibula in the lower limb with the proximal end of the talus. The articulation between the tibia and the talus bears more weight than that between the smaller fibula and the talus. Structure Region The ankle region is found at the junction ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
