Pott's fracture

American  

noun

1. a fracture of the lower fibula and of the malleolus of the tibia, resulting in outward displacement of the foot.

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Pott's fracture British  

noun

1. a fracture of the lower part of the fibula, usually with dislocation of the ankle

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Etymology

Origin of Pott's fracture

Pott's disease

Example Sentences

The treatment is the same as for Pott's fracture.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander

In other respects it corresponds to the typical Pott's fracture, and is treated on the same principles.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander

The fractures in this region include Pott's fracture, and its converse; separation of the lower epiphysis of the tibia; fractures of the talus, calcaneus, and other tarsal bones; and fractures of the metatarsals and phalanges.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander