Journal of trauma management & outcomes
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J Trauma Manag Outcomes · Jan 2013
Inter-observer reliability assessment of the Schatzker, AO/OTA and three-column classification of tibial plateau fractures.
The purpose of our study was to evaluate inter-observer reliability of the Three-Column classifications with conventional Schatzker and AO/OTA of Tibial Plateau Fractures. ⋯ Three-Column classification, which is dependent on the understanding of the fractures using CT scans as well as the 3D reconstruction can identity the posterior column fracture or fragment. It showed "substantial agreement" in the assessment of inter-observer reliability, higher than the conventional Schatzker and AO/OTA classifications. We finally conclude that Three-Column classification provides a higher agreement among different surgeons and could be popularized and widely practiced in other clinical centers.