Question 1

What is proximal tibia non-union?

Accepted Answer

Proximal tibia non-union occurs when a fracture in the upper part of the shin bone fails to heal. This often results in persistent pain, instability, and inability to bear weight.

Question 2

Why do implants fail in tibia fractures?

Accepted Answer

Implant failure (like broken plates or screws) typically happens when the bone does not heal, causing the metal hardware to eventually break under repeated mechanical stress—a phenomenon known as fatigue failure.

Question 3

How is a failed tibia implant treated?

Accepted Answer

Treatment usually involves revision surgery to remove the broken hardware, clean the non-union site, apply new stable fixation (like a stronger plate or nail), and often utilize bone grafting to stimulate healing.

Non Union Proximal Tibia , Implant Failure

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