Abstract
Fractures of the tibial spine are estimated to occur in 3 per 100,000 children annually,
but account for 2 to 5% of pediatric knee injuries with effusion. Although these fractures
were historically associated with bicycle accidents, the surge of organized youth
sports in recent decades has brought renewed attention to this injury. While minimally
displaced fractures can be treated nonoperatively, several techniques have been described
for fixation of displaced or comminuted fractures. Sequelae of this injury can include
arthrofibrosis, knee instability, and nonunion. Future collaborative endeavors will
aim to further identify risk factors for these complications to optimize the treatment
of tibial spine fractures in children.
Keywords
tibial spine fracture - intercondylar eminence - pediatric sports - pediatric knee
