The Schatzker classification is a visual system for the classification of tibial plateau fractures types I - VI.

Schatzker classification of tibial plateau fractures
This visual system allows the surgeon to readily recall the injury from his notes.

 

Schatzker Type I

Lateral pleateau fracture without depression.

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Schatzker Type II

Lateral plateau fracture with depression.

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Schatzker Type III

Compression fracture of the lateral or central plateau.

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Schatzker Type IV

Medial plateau fracture.

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Schatzker Type V

Simple bicondylar fracture.

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Schatzker Type VI

Comminuted bicondylar fracture.

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Dr Sheila Strover (Editor)
BSc (Hons), MB BCh, MBA

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