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Acceptable alignment of a paediatric diaphyseal tibial fracture described by Heinrich and Mooney
| Patient age | <8 years | >8 years |
|---|---|---|
| Valgus | 5° | 5° |
| Varus | 10° | 5° |
| Anterior angulation | 10° | 5° |
| Posterior angulation | 5° | 0 |
| Shortening | 10 mm | 5 mm |
| Rotation | 5° | 5° |
