Avulsion Fractures Involving the Cruciate Ligaments

Date

1988-08

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Publisher

American Academy of General Practice

Abstract

The evaluation of a child with an acute knee injury is difficult. The injury may be an avulsion fracture involving either of the cruciate ligaments; a common cause is a cycling accident. The amount of fragment displacement dictates the management. Minimal displacement can be treated with immobilization in flexion. Larger displacement requires internal fixation, which can be accomplished arthroscopically. Rehabilitation must be early and aggressive.

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Keywords

Knee Injuries, Knee Joint, Tibial Fractures, Ligaments, Articular

Citation

Lynch, J. M., Whiteside, J. A., & Andrews, J. R. (1988)Avulsion fractures involving the cruciate ligaments. American Family Physician, 38(2), 173-179.

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