Table 2. IDEAL classification system: description and treatment/prognosis guidance.
Type | Score | Description | Treatment | Prognosis |
---|---|---|---|---|
I | 0-1 points | Stable | Conservative | Good |
II | 2-3 points | Potentially unstable | Pins/external fixation/plating | Intermediate |
III | 4-5 points | Complex | Associated methods/bone graft | Poor |