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Abstract
Two cases of tri-malleolar fractures of the ankle caused by feet becoming entangled
in loose seat belts are reported. Open reduction and internal fixation of all three
malleolar fragments was carried out in each case with a satisfactory end result.
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References
- The use of seat belts by motor car occupants involved in road traffic accidents.Injury. 1975; 6: 320
- The effects of mandatory seat belt wearing on the mortality and pattern of injury of car occupants involved in motor vehicle crashes in Victoria.Med. J. Aust. 1975; 1: 675
- Seat belts: A study of their use by the victims of road traffic accidents.Injury. 1977; 8: 269
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© 1979 Published by Elsevier Inc.
