title: Posterior tibial nerve neurotmesis complicating a closed tibial fracture. A case report.
abstract: A case of complete transection of the posterior tibial nerve complicating a closed mid-shaft fracture of the tibia is reported. Early surgical exploration and repair resulted in return of function within 6 months. Such injuries are not common, but the case described highlights the importance of vigilance in assessment of all limb fractures.
authors: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Natal and Addington Hospital, Durban.
authors: W G
authors: WG
authors: Brunner
authors: R F
authors: RF
authors: Spencer
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005596:Fractures, Closed / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000150:complications*; D013979:Tibial Nerve / Q000293:injuries*