Open fractures of the tibial shaft present a formidable challenge due to the subcutaneous location of the bone, high rates of contamination and soft-tissue damage. Optimal management combines early ...

The problem of fracture-related infection (FRI) is a major concern in orthopaedic trauma, especially in the case of open fractures 1,2. The incidence of FRI typically ranges from about 1% in closed ...

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on February 20, 2001, and has been updated in order to provide the reader with additional references as well as to clarify several issues. The ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A 46-year-old male construction worker presented to the ER complaining of midtibia pain after being struck by a ...

Negative-pressure therapy does not improve 12 month outcomes compared with standard wound dressings in adults with severe open fractures of the lower limb, according to a study published online June ...

If you have a broken bone, your doctor might refer to it as a bone fracture. There are different types of fractures. One kind is a comminuted fracture. This injury happens when your bone breaks into ...

The knee is the largest joint in the body and one of the most complex. A fractured knee can cause pain, swelling, and reduced range of motion. Treatment for this fracture may involve surgery or ...