Is there a difference between the incidence of subtypes of tibial plateau fractures between six different level 1, level 2 and level 3 trauma centers in the Netherlands?

ABSTRACT:

Purposes

Tibial plateau fractures can present as different subtypes due to variation in patient characteristics and trauma mechanisms. Insight in the fracture pattern and classification is critical for adequate treatment.This study aims to assess the incidence of tibial plateau fracture subtypes among various levels of trauma centers in the Netherlands, to explore potential variations in fracture patterns and fracture classifications between these centers.

Methods

Over a one-year period data was collected from six Dutch trauma centers representing different levels of trauma care. Fractures were classified using both Schatzker and Luo's systems. Interobserver agreement was calculated to evaluate the consistency of fracture classification among surgeons.

Results

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SUBMITTER: van der Gaast N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11837648 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature