Tibial eminence fractures in children

Nondisplaced tibial eminence fractures require only cast immobilization. Moderately displaced fractures require reduction and either casting or internal fixation. Grossly displaced fractures usually require reduction with internal fixation. Arthroscopy has become a popular method of evaluating and treating these fractures and is an excellent alternative to the standard treatment of open fracture reduction and internal fixation for displaced fractures. Although tibial eminence fractures in children can lead to increased knee laxity and loss of motion, the vast majority of patients have minimal functional complaints.