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Philip Henman, Mamoun Kremli, Dorien Schneidmüller

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James Hunter

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Fergal Monsell

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42t-D/2.1   Greenstick fracture of the tibia

Definition

A greenstick fracture of the tibial shaft is classified as 42t-D/2.1.

A greenstick fracture is a combination of a complete fracture on the tension (convex) side and plastic deformity on the compression (concave) side.

The periosteum is disrupted on the convex side and remains intact on the concave side.

Greenstick fractures occur mostly in young children.

Greenstick fracture of the pediatric tibia

X-rays

AP x-ray of a greenstick fracture of the tibial shaft with bowing of the fibula

AP x-ray of a greenstick fracture of the tibial shaft with bowing of the fibula
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