Intact segmental multifragmentary fracture

These fractures are classified as AO/OTA 42C2 fractures. These are complex fractures of the tibial diaphysis with an intermediate, intact segmental fragment. There is no contact between the main proximal and distal fragments.

$Multifragmentary fracture, intact segmental$

This x-ray reveals an intact segmental, multifragmentary fracture of the tibia and fibula.

$Multifragmentary fracture, intact segmental$

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Intact segmental multifragmentary fracture