Thompson and Epstein classification

The Thompson and Epstein classification is a system of categorizing posterior fracture/dislocations of the hip.

Classification

Type Description I with or without a minor fracture II with a large single fracture of the posterior acetabular rim III with comminution of the acetabular ring IV with a fracture of the acetabular floor V with a fracture of the femoral head

See also Acetabular fracture

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