Intraarticular fracture
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An intraarticular fracture is a bone fracture in which the break crosses into the surface of a joint. This always results in damage to the cartilage.[1] Compared to extraarticular fractures, intraarticular have a higher risk for developing long-term complications, such as posttraumatic osteoarthritis.[2]
| Intraarticular fracture | |
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| Example of an intraarticular fracture of the medial malleolus extending in the talocrural ankle joint | |
| Specialty | Orthopedics |
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