Clinical imaging · UKMLA & AKT

Tibial shaft fractures

A free high-yield preview for the UKMLA Applied Knowledge Test. Below are the key points to recognise tibial shaft fractures — the full SA Note notes add investigations, management, complications and 10 practice questions.

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  • Tibia bears ~80% of lower limb weight; anteromedial surface is subcutaneous - high risk of open injury and soft tissue compromise
  • Middle and distal thirds have tenuous blood supply (watershed zones) - risk of non-union and delayed union
  • Four fascial compartments (anterior, lateral, superficial posterior, deep posterior) enclosed by inelastic fascia - key anatomy for compartment syndrome

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