33. Types and treatment of ankle fractures Flashcards
1
Q
What is the classification for ankle fractures?
A
Webber classification:
Type A: Fracture of the medial maleolus
Type B: Fracture of the fibula at the level of the syndesmosis
Type C: Fracture of the fibula proximal to the syndesmosis
2
Q
What is the treatment of type A Webber fracture?
A
Usually stable
Closed reduction and casting UNLESS accompanied by a medial malleolus fracture
K-wires
3
Q
What is the treatment of type B Webber fracture?
A
May be stable or unstable, depending on ligamentous injury Conservative or surgery
Plate and screws
4
Q
What is the treatment of type C Webber fracture?
A
These fractures are unstable and require ORIF.
Plate and screws
