A floating knee treated conservatively: A case report |
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Authors: | Izhar-Ul-Haque |
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Institution: | University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia |
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Abstract: | Ipsilateral fractures of the femur and tibia are usually considered a primary indication for internal fixation. A case of severely comminuted, open fracture of the distal femur and proximal tibia involving the knee which was managed conservatively is described here. This case is reported to make a plea for the trial of conservative management before opting for primary internal fixation of such complicated fractures. The conservative approach is strongly advocated when the essential requirements for internal fixation cannot be rigidly met. |
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Keywords: | Requests for reprints should be addressed to: Izhar-Ul-Haque Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon University Teaching Hospital PO Box 50110 Lusaka Zambia |
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