• Der Unfallchirurg · Aug 2017

    Review

    [Tibial pilon fractures : Advoidance and therapy of complications].

    • Ralph Gaulke and Christian Krettek.
    • Sektion Obere Extremität, Fuß- und Rheumachirurgie, Unfallchirurgische Klinik, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Hannover, Deutschland. gaulke.ralph@mh-hannover.de.
    • Unfallchirurg. 2017 Aug 1; 120 (8): 658-666.

    AbstractBecause of the complex fracture morphology and vulnerable soft tissue coverage, fractures of the tibial pilon are difficult to treat. Complications are more common than in bi- or trimalleolar fractures. The surgeon has to know about the special risks of these injuries to avoid complications. Early complications are soft tissue necrosis, persisting fragment dislocations after surgery, loss of reposition and deep wound infection. The surgeon has to be aware of early signs of compartment-syndrome and chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS). In late complications such as bony necrosis with or without deviation, non-union and osteoarthrosis of the ankle joint give the surgeon more time for planning the therapy. Intensive monitoring until bone healing is necessary in tibial pilon fractures to detect complications early and start the therapy immediately. This kind of therapy results in the best outcome for these patients.

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