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Avulsion fracture of PCL
I have bony avulsion fracture of PCL. fracture bone fragment is mildly displaced posterosuperiorly and measures approximately 16 X 15 X 10 mm. All other Ligament are intact. Does this require surgery or just 4 week plaster is enough to be cured?
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PCL is very strong, important and last ligament to rupture.
It is important for posterior stability of joint.
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I would reccomend 100% fixation as plaster for pcl are difficult in terms of positioning the knee in flexion, there is very high patient dissatisfaction and stiffness.
Also, rehabilitation is delayed.
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Displaced fractures of PCL need arthroscopic repair with mini tight rope rather than removing and reconstruction
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