Fracture of the anterior tibial tuberosity in children
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2020-05
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Fractures of the anterior tibial tuberosity during childhood are an infrequent pathology (around 3% of all proximal tibial fractures), but the incidence of this injury has risen over recent years, likely due to the increased involvement of this age group in sports activities.
This fracture is more commonly seen in children 12–14 years old.
It is vital to identify the anatomical structures associated with this type of fracture, along with the pathophysiological mechanisms involved.
Treatment includes non-operative and operative options, with the goal of achieving articular congruency, restoring the extensor mechanism function, and avoiding damage to the proximal tibial physis.
Understanding the management of this fracture, and the complications that might arise, is critical. The provision of an appropriate clinical management plan and the avoidance of complications are vital in the prevention of disability.
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EFORT Open Reviews, 2020 may, vol. 5, No. 5, pp. 260-267
Keywords
Growth plate, Paediatrics, Tibial fractures