Classification
Type I: Intra-articular fracture of the distal tibia without significant displacement
Type II: Intra-articular fracture of the distal tibia with significant displacement but minimal comminution
Type III: Fracture of distal tibia with severe comminution and significant intra-articular displacement.
Explanation
In 1979, Ruedi and Allgower proposed the above classification on the basis of involvement of the articular surface and comminution of the fracture.
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Reference(s)
Provide the citation for the landmark article and recent review articles describing the classification
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Last Updated on June 27, 2024
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