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SAS Journal of Surgery | Volume-7 | Issue-01
Avulsion Fracture of the Anterior Tibial Tuberosity to a Young Athlete
Ayoub Mjidila, Ismail Kabbaj, Med Reda Galiou, M. Boufettal, Reda Allah Bassir, Kharmaz, O. Lamrani, Med Saleh Berrada
Published: Jan. 19, 2021 | 136 97
DOI: 10.36347/sasjs.2021.v07i01.006
Pages: 20-22
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Abstract
Avulsion fracture of the anterior tibial tuberosity is rare. Diagnosis is based on clinical features and standard radiology. The authors report a case of 17 years old teenager, who presents an avulsion of the anterior tibial tuberosity. The treatment consisted in open reduction of the tibial tubercle then fixing it by screwing. The functional results were good.