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

see origin at Pott's disease

Example Sentences

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 treatment is the same as for Pott's fracture.

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