Examination Prior to realignment and splinting an assessment is performed to ensure there are no open wounds, soft-tissue contusions, or neurovascular injuries. Radiography Anteroposterior (AP) and lateral radiographs the include the entire length of the lower leg (knee to ankle) are highly sensitive and specific for<unk> s. Classification Two systems of fracture classification are commonly used to aid diagnosis and management of<unk> s: * Oestern and Tscherne Classification * Gustilo-Anderson Classification Management is dependent on the determination of whether the fracture is open or closed.
Tibia shaft fracture
Bosworth fracture
Hip fracture
Duverney fracture
Rolando fracture
Jefferson fracture
Hume fracture
Ulna fracture