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Pilon Fractures [OCOSH Code: C21.866.405.829_WI_FR_TIB_TP]

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Pilon Fractures Wheeless

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Discussion: - term pilon (hammer) fracture was introduced to describe these compression injuries by Destot in 1911; - fracture components: - combination of ankle fracture & distal tibial metaphyseal fracture, usually with intra articular...
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Distal Tibial Plafond Fractures

Location: http://www.orthopediccare.net/view/templates/Chapter_Entry.asp?uniqueid=633680330&chapterid=tmletbpl ...

High energy intraarticular fractures of the distal tibia (tibial plafond fractures, or pilon fractures) present a great challenge to the orthopaedic surgeon. These injuries often result in a significant soft tissue damage, comminution of bone, and disruption of the articular cartilage and subchondral bone. The treatment strategy used in dealing...
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