Posterolateral Corner Injuries of Knee

Abstract

Posterolateral corner injuries have seen an increasing trend in view of the increased high velocity injuries. Though isolated injuries are rare, it is usually associated with other ligament injuries. A meticulous clinical examination with a high index of suspicion and radiological assessment is needed for the diagnosis, failure of which may lead to chronic pain, chronic knee instability, cartilage damage, and failed cruciate ligament reconstruction. Surgical or nonsurgical intervention are based on the extend of the injuries.