Fractures Of The Lower Leg

Question 0

In which age group do fractures of the tibia most commonly occur in?

Answer 0

Middle aged and elderly

Question 1

Where in the tibia is most vulnerable to fractures?

Answer 1

Middle and inferior thirds of the tibial shaft

Question 2

Where are fibular fractures common?

Answer 2

2-6cm proximal to the lateral malleolus

Question 3

What are the functions of the hip bone?

Answer 3

Transfer forces from the axial skeleton to the lower limb
Provide attachment for muscles
Protect the pelvic area

Question 4

Where do fractures of the pelvis commonly occur?

Answer 4

Superior and inferior pubic rami
Acetabulum
Sacroiliac joint

Question 5

Where is the iliac fossa found?

Answer 5

Anterior and medial died of the ilium

Concave surface

Question 6

Where is the gluteal surface?

Answer 6

Posterior side of the ilium

Question 7

What happens to the fragments of the bones in a fracture of the upper third shaft of the femur?

Answer 7

Proximal fragment is flexed, abducted and laterally rotated

Distal fragment is addicted, laterally rotated and elevated

Question 8

What is seen in a lower shaft fracture of the femur?

Answer 8

Limb shortening due to distal fragment being pulled upwards
Fragment is rotated inferiorly by the gastrocnemius which could interfere with the popliteal artery and endanger blood supply to the leg and foot