The Tibial Plateau fracture—Current incidence and treatment in Germany

Tibial plateau fractures represent a significant and stable burden in Germany, with an incidence ranging from 22.4 to 25.3 per 100,000 inhabitants. Women accounted for 61.5% ± 1.1% of cases, highlighting a gender-related predisposition. The mean hospital stay remained stable at 9.2 ± 0.1 days. The study underscores the need for tailored treatment strategies and highlights the importance of preventive measures, particularly for the elderly population, in order to reduce the incidence of these fractures. Future research should focus on improving surgical techniques and postoperative care to enhance patient outcomes and potentially reduce hospital stay durations.