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Pott' s Fracture
Medical Questions » Pott' s Fracture
| Name: Pott' s Fracture |
| Also known as: |
| Fracture above the ankle, when the bottom ends of the two bones in the lower leg (the tibia and fibula) are broken off. |
Causes of Pott' s Fracture
A twisting force to the lower leg often after catching the foot in a hole while running. |
Symptoms of Pott' s Fracture
Pain, swelling, tenderness and loss of function of the lower leg and ankle. |
Tests for Pott' s Fracture
Diagnosed by an X-ray. |
Treatment for Pott' s Fracture
Manipulation of bone ends under anaesthetic to achieve good alignment, then the ankle is encased in plaster. Sometimes open operation and fixation of the bones by plates and screws is required.
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Complications of Pott' s Fracture of its treatment
Failure to heal, poorly aligned bone ends and infection after open operation. |
Likely Outcome of Pott' s Fracture
Require up to three months to heal adequately. |
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