anterolateral approach

Tibial Plateau

 

Schatzker Classification

 

I.  Lateral Spilt 

- seen in young patient

- lateral meniscus can be incarcerated in fracture

 

Tibial Plateau Schatzker 1

 

II.  Lateral Split Depression

- often seen in young patients with high energy injuries

- vary in severity

 

Tibial Plafond

IssuesSevere Tibial Plafond

 

Complex / high energy injuries

 

Management of soft tissues critical

- restore length with external fixation

- await for swelling to reduce

 

Restoration of alignment & joint surface imperative

 

Outcome guarded