This module highlights how to classify, formulate a successful treatment plan, and identify the correct surgical approach for pilon fractures. It outlines different treatment options based on the type of injury or fracture to the bone. Experts use patient case studies to demonstrate classification, treatment choice, and the use of IM (intramedullary) nailing and EVOS◊ small and mini plating systems to address various challenges.
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Pre-requisites
A good understanding of the basic principles of fracture treatment is recommended
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What you will learn
- Appreciate the significance of tibial pilon injuries
- Develop an understanding of the typical pilon fracture characteristics
- Outline, classify and formulate a treatment plan for pilon fractures
- Understand the fracture anatomy and displacement of fracture of the pilon
- Describe the surgical approaches for treating pilon fractures and the different reduction techniques
- Gain confidence in the surgical management of complex pilon fractures
- Gain insights from experts through case discussions on challenging pilon cases
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Contributors
- Dr Reza Firoozabadi, United States of America
- Dr Ravi Karia, United States of America
- Dr Christiaan Mamczak, United States of America
- Dr Matthew Rudloff, United States of America
- Mr Alex Trompeter, United Kingdom
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Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS Eng)
Royal College of Surgeons of England*
*This Smith+Nephew Medical Education eLearning content is accredited by the RCS (Royal College of Surgeons of England) as part of the centre accreditation. You will receive a certificate of attendance upon full completion of the module.
Pilon Fracture