Pretibial lacerations.
Pretibial lacerations are common and cause considerable morbidity, especially for elderly women. Factors predisposing to this injury are discussed and guidelines for management outlined.
D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006760:Hospitalization; D006801:Humans; D007869:Leg Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D007902:Length of Stay; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013977:Tibia