Webber fractures Flashcards
1
Q
what is Weber fracture
A
a simple fracture to the bottom part of the fibula, on the outer bony prominence.
2
Q
weber A fracture
A
fracture to distal end of fibula, usually transverse. below the level of the syndesmosis
3
Q
weber B fracture
A
at the level of the syndesmosis, usually a spiral fracture, widening of distal tibiofibular joint
4
Q
weber c fracture
A
above the level of syndesmosis. widening of the distal tibiofibular articulation. may include medial malleolus fracture
