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Fig. 9

From: Introduction of 3D-classification and its derived surgical sequence of Schatzker type IV tibial plateau fractures

Fig. 9

A typical case of a 56-year-old female with Schatzker IV tibial plateau fractures (flexion-valgus-external rotation type). (a) The features of this type were shown in CT images. (b) The reduction and internal fixation of the medial MFA were performed through posteromedial incision first. Then the lateral MCZ was restored and fixed through the posterolateral approach. (c) Bilateral S-shape curvilinear incisions (Carlson Approach) were made for this type of tibial plateau fracture. (d) 1 year postoperatively, the function of the knee was excellent

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