Depends on degree of associated ankle injury
If splinted and stabilized, can be discharged after consultation with ortho
Will need close follow-up for likely operative repair
Admit for:
Open fracture
Signs of neurovascular injury
Concern for compartment syndrome
Will need close follow-up for likely operative repair
Open fracture
Signs of neurovascular injury
Concern for compartment syndrome
Usually requires surgical intervention (syndesmotic screws; proximal fibular fracture usually requires no fixation)
Maisonneuve fracture
Tibial plateau fracture
Jefferson fracture
Tibial shaft fracture
Barton's fracture
Pilon fracture
Hangman's fracture
Smith's fracture