Nonunion of Neglected Medial Tibial Plateau Fracture. About a Case and Literature Review

Abstract

Nonunion of medial tibial plateau is an uncommon complication which occurs after management of fracture. Its treatment is controversial. Its can occur after surgical or orthopaedic management. We report a case of an exceptional nonunion of untreated/neglected medial tibial plateau fracture in a 45 years old man. This injury was managed surgically with osseous decortications and osteosynthesis with a T shape plate. Union was achieved in Three months. Anatomic and functional results were good at two years follow-up. After discuss frequency and physiopathology of this injury, we make a literature review according to incidence, mechanism of occurrence, treatment options and outcomes.