Presentation
Sprained his left ankle playing football (soccer) a couple of hours ago. Tender lateral malleolus and incapability to bear weight.
Patient Data
Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Lateral malleolus fracture - Weber type C
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Radiographs revealed a comminuted isolated lateral malleolus fracture above the tibiofibular syndesmosis level (Weber type C).
Case Discussion
Isolated lateral malleolus fractures represent the most common pattern of ankle fractures.
The most widespread classification systems are the Weber and Lauge-Hansen, although neither are used to reliably guide treatment.
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