Traumatic proximal tibiofibular joint dislocation treated by open reduction and temporary fixation: a case report.

Robinson, Yohan; Reinke, Marcus; Heyde, Christoph E; Ertel, Wolfgang; Oberholzer, Andreas · Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc · 2007

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Isolated dislocations of the proximal tibiofibular joint are a rare condition. Missed diagnosis can lead to chronic knee pain and disability. Early recognition should be followed by immediate closed reduction or open reduction and joint transfixation. We present a young athlete with this injury which was treated successfully by open reduction.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy