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Case Reports
. 2021 Aug 25:35:100525.
doi: 10.1016/j.tcr.2021.100525. eCollection 2021 Oct.

Fracture-avulsion of tibial tubercle apophyseal in two Cameroonian adolescents

F M Bombah  1 , T Nana  2 , B Y Ekani  2 , D Biwolé  3 , E Handy  3
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Fracture-avulsion of tibial tubercle apophyseal in two Cameroonian adolescents

F M Bombah et al. Trauma Case Rep. .

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Abstract

Introduction: Avulsion-fractures of the tibial tubercle apophysis are a rare lesion of active adolescent. They are relatively uncommon injuries that occur in the active adolescent. We described cases of tibial tubercle apophysis avulsion-fractures in two Cameroonian adolescents.

Cases: We observed 2 cases which occurred in boys after contraction of the quadriceps during sports activity (high jump and football). The lesions were classified as Type IV by Ryu and Debenham (case 1) and type IA by Ogden (Case 2). The treatment was surgical by double screwing (case 1) and orthopedic by plaster knee brace (Case 2). The functional result was excellent without complications.

Discussion: Non-displaced fracture of the anterior tibial tubercle I type IA Ogden has good prognosis and responding very well to non-surgical treatment. It should be considered as a separate entity. The other cases of displaced fracture generally require surgery which enables an assessment of often associated lesions. Type IV can required supplemental plate fixation to stabilize the proximal tibia. The prognosis of displaced fractures is poor due to the associated lesions and potential complications. Functional results are excellent despite a few cases of previous pain limiting sports activity.

Conclusion: Avulsion fractures of the anterior tuberosity in adolescents remain rare in Africa and worldwide. The circumstances of the occurrence are stereotypical. If treated properly, the outcome is usually good.

Keywords: Adolescent; Africa; Fracture-avulsion; Tibial tubercle apophyseal.

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Figures

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Fig. 1
Tibial tubercle fracture of Case 1. A: Fracture with the presence of posterior-inferior metaphyseal fracture extension, classified type IV A. B: Fixation using two cortical screws.
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Fig. 2
Tibial tubercle fracture type I without displacement.
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