title: Double segmental tibial fractures--an unusual fracture pattern.
abstract: A case of a 50-year-old pedestrian who was hit by a bike and suffered fractures of both bones of his right leg was presented. Complete clinical and radiographic assessment showed double segmental fractures of the tibia and multisegmental fractures of the fibula. Review of the literature revealed that this fracture pattern was unique and only a single case was reported so far. Moreover, we discussed the possible mechanisms which can lead to such an injury. We also discussed the management of segmental tibial fracture and the difficulties encountered with them. This case was managed by modern osteosynthesis technique with a pleasing outcome.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedics, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012, India.
authors.forename: Kamal
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Bali
authors.forename: Vishal
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Kumar
authors.forename: Sandeep
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Patel
authors.forename: Sameer
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Aggarwal
mesh_terms: D005360:Fibula / Q000293:injuries; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal; D006801:Humans; D007866:Leg; D013977:Tibia; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000601:surgery