An evidence-based algorithm for the management of common peroneal nerve injury associated with traumatic knee dislocation

Abstract

▪ Traumatic knee dislocation is a complex ligamentous injury that may be associated with simultaneous vascular and neurological injury. ▪ Although orthopaedic surgeons may consider CPN exploration at the time of ligament reconstruction, there is no standardised approach to the management of this complex and debilitating complication. ▪ This review focusses on published evidence of the outcomes of common peroneal nerve (CPN) injuries associated with knee dislocation, and proposes an algorithm for the management.