: As the fracture line moves laterally the severity of the associated injuries increases. We think it is significant that the only neurologic and vascular injuries seen were in the type C fractures. Also, we noted an increase propensity for type C fractures to develop compartment syndrome. This information can be helpful during the initial evaluation of the patient so that the physician can be wary of these developing problems.
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