Abstract
We reviewed 26 fractures involving the distal physis of the tibia to identify the patterns of formation and displacement of the subsequent growth disturbance lines. Twenty-one patients showed a regular 'normal' pattern of line and healed with no deformity. Three patients had medial physeal arrest revealed by abnormal lines. Two other cases had a minor central physeal arrest without subsequent deformity. The pattern and character of the growth disturbance line can provide an early warning of potential deformity.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 231-233 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - Series B |
| Volume | 70 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1988 |
| Externally published | Yes |