Tibial plafond (“pilon”) fractures involve the distal articular surface of the tibia and extend to the metaphysis.
Term first introduced as description of the distal tibial metaphysis...
Obtain a detailed description of the circumstances and mechanism surrounding the inciting event (MVA, fall, skiing accident).
Pain
Edema
Bleeding
Loss of sensation/mobility
Assess for como...
The severity of associated soft tissue injury can influence the timing of nonsurgical/surgical treatment.
Nonoperative methods involve closed reduction and immobilization with...
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) prophylaxis during hospitalization
Elevate affected extremity for 2 to 3 days.
If an external fixator is used, clean an...
Dujardin F, Abdulmutalib H, Tobenas AC. Total fractures of the tibial pilon. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2014; 100(Suppl ...
S82.876A Nondisplaced pilon fracture of unsp tibia, init for clos fx
S82.873A Displaced pilon fracture of unsp tibia, init for clos fx
S82.874A Nondisplaced pilon fracture of right tibia, ini...
Tibial plafond fractures involve high-energy injuries (motor vehicle collision [MVC], fall from a height—more common in young patients) and low-energy injuries (torsional injuries from...
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