Rupture of tibialis posterior tendon in a closed ankle fracture

J Trauma. 1982 Dec;22(12):1026-7. doi: 10.1097/00005373-198212000-00009.

Abstract

Presented is a case report of a tibialis posterior tendon rupture associated with a closed ankle fracture. The treatment is open reduction and fixation at the bony fragments with primary repair of the tendon. This injury, although rare, illustrates that soft-tissue injuries must be considered in the management of unusual or complex fractures.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Ankle Injuries*
  • Fracture Fixation
  • Fractures, Bone / complications*
  • Fractures, Bone / surgery
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Rupture
  • Tendon Injuries / etiology*
  • Tibial Fractures / complications
  • Tibial Fractures / surgery