The tibial head fracture is also known medically as tibial head fracture. It is a fracture within the upper end of the tibia, usually as a result of an accident. Since this part of the tibia is involved in the knee joint, a tibial head fracture can, under certain circumstances, cause a significant impairment of … Tibial head fracture
Complications Complications are not uncommon, particularly in the case of luxation fractures. The splintered bone fragments can damage surrounding ligaments of the knee joint (inner, outer or cruciate ligaments) as well as the menisci. Due to the damaged parts of the joint, arthrosis of the knee joint may occur over the years after the injury. … Complications | Tibial head fracture
PrognosisHealing processDuration The prognosis or the healing process of a tibial head fracture depends largely on the type of fracture and how successful the therapeutic treatment has been. Simple fractures without displacement of the bone fragments generally have a better long-term prognosis than complicated comminuted fractures, which are more likely to result in osteoarthritis or … PrognosisHealing processDuration | Tibial head fracture
