Classification and treatment of intercondylar spine fractures complicated with tibial plateau fracture / 中华创伤骨科杂志

ABSTRACT

Fracture of the tibial spine, insertion of the anterior cruciate ligament, is one of the most common concomitant injuries seen in tibial plateau fractures. Anatomical reduction and healing of the tibial spine fragments are essential to the stability and function of the knee. Clinical management of the tibial spine fractures associated with tibial plateau fracture should be based on their classification after comprehensive assessment of intra-articular injuries, in order to restore tension of the cruciate ligament and articular congruity. The purpose of this review is to briefly summarize the research updates in recent 5 years regarding the classification, operation methods and fixation options for these complex fractures.