Schatzker Classification of Tibial Plateau Fractures

What is the Schatzker Classification of Tibial Plateau Fractures?

What characterizes Type I fractures in the Schatzker Classification?

What are the components of Type II fractures?

What is unique about Type III fractures?

What does Type IV fractures type A refer to?

What is described by Type IV fractures type B?

What characterizes Type V fractures?

What defines Type VI fractures?

Schatzker Classification of Tibial Plateau Fractures

A system for categorizing tibial plateau fractures based on their patterns and mechanisms.
Provides a framework for understanding fracture types and guiding treatment.

Type I Fractures

Characterized by a single fracture plane.
Affects the lateral tibial plateau and condyle.

Type II Fractures

Involves both a split and compression mechanism.
Represents a more complex fracture compared to Type I.

Type III Fractures

Consists solely of a compressive injury.
No splitting mechanism involved.

Type IV Fractures

Divided into two subtypes (Type A and Type B).
Type A: Medial condyle is split off resembling a wedge.
Type B: Medial condyle is fragmented and significantly depressed.

Type V Fractures

Bicondylar fractures that maintain metaphyseal integrity.
No disruption of the metaphysis, but both condyles are affected.

Type VI Fractures

Features a fracture plane that separates the metaphysis from the diaphysis.
Can involve one or both condyles, indicating higher complexity in injuries.

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