A Current Concepts Update in Pilon Fracture Management

Pamudji Utomo; Mujaddid Idulhaq; Muhammad Abdulhamid

doi:10.3889/oamjms.2022.9124

Authors

Pamudji Utomo Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Sebelas Maret University, Prof. Dr. R. Soeharso Orthopaedic Hospital Surakarta, Jawa Tengah, Indonesia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6701-9521
Mujaddid Idulhaq Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Sebelas Maret University, Prof. Dr. R. Soeharso Orthopaedic Hospital Surakarta, Jawa Tengah, Indonesia
Muhammad Abdulhamid Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine Sebelas Maret University, Jawa Tengah, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3889/oamjms.2022.9124

Keywords:

Tibial pilon fractures, Management, Complication

Abstract

A review of the existing literature, related to treatment options and management principles of pilon fractures, was performed, and its results are presented. Pilon fractures have a very diverse pattern, but there are general characteristics to help diagnose and plan therapy. The choice of therapy is highly dependent on the surrounding soft-tissue environment. Different methods of treatment, lack of standard management protocols, and the high risk of complications make this injury one of the biggest challenges that an orthopedic surgeon can face. This review focuses on the general aspects of the pilon fracture management as well as its complications and possible solutions.

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