Does Fibular Displacement Predict Tibial Malrotation in Simulated Tibia-Fibula Fractures.
Abrianna S RoblesChristian L BloughSteven KurapatyAnderson LeeBrett A EwingGeoffrey S MarecekPublished in: The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (2023)
Surgeons should be aware that 20° or more of malrotation is likely present when fibular contact is lost during medullary nailing of the tibia. Greater than 50% loss of contact should raise suspicion for malrotation. A fixed fibula and medullary tibial implant theoretically preclude significant tibial malrotation.