INCIDENCE AND ASSOCIATED INJURIES OF KNEE DISLOCATIONS

Abstract

Objective: To carry out an epidemiological survey of patients with knee dislocations treated in hospital. Methods: This study analyzed 28 patients with this injury in a traumatology reference hospital. The results showed that the average age of the patients was 34.64 years, with a predominance of males and that the main mechanism of injury was due to motorcycle accidents. Associated injuries were common, including fractures and damage to ligaments and blood vessels. Results: The Schenck classification was used to categorize injuries and this work showed that KD III was more frequent, 28.6%, of which: 62.5% with associated lateral collateral ligament injury and 37.5% with medial collateral ligament injury. associated. There were 12.5% arterial injuries and 12.5% nerve injuries. Conclusion: Knee dislocation, a serious injury that occurs when the tibia and femur bones are displaced, which can cause permanent structural injuries. Correctly assessing the type of injury and treating it appropriately is crucial to avoid serious complications, and an individualized approach to the patient in conjunction with multidisciplinary assessment, including orthopedists, vascular surgeons and physiotherapists, is essential to ensure the best functional outcome for this serious injury.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56238/sevened2025.020-030