What is acceptable angulation after reducing the fracture tibia - a) 5 b) 10 c) 15 d) 20
High-Yield Explanation
Criteria of acceptable reduction
Acceptable varus or valgus angulation is 5°.
Acceptable anterior or posterior angulation is 10°.
Acceptable rotational malalignment is 5°.
Acceptable shortening is 10 mm
Ankle and knee joint surfaces should be parallel