Fracture around a stable tibial component with good bone stock
General considerations
Commonly occur around the stem of the tibial component.
These fractures are classified by UCPF as V.4-B1.
Etiology
Simple fall.
Clinical signs
- Pain
- Swelling
- Deformity
Imaging
Plain X-rays remain the first line of investigation.
CT scan can be used to assess the size and position of fragments, implant stability, and bone stock.
Comparison with previous X-rays is useful.
