treatment of a neglected and infected knee dislocation with a traction pin: a case report

Neglected knee dislocations are rare and challenging orthopedic injuries. we report using a traction pin to treat a neglected knee dislocation and a concurrent infection. following the primary reduction with extensive soft-tissue release, a proximal tibial traction pin was used to obtain complete reduction via traction weight change. no ligamentous repair was done for the patient. the patient’s one-year follow-up showed an acceptable radiographic reduction supported by satisfactory clinical outcomes. in conclusion, the proximal tibial traction pin could be a good alternative for treating neglected knee dislocations. it makes future knee replacements more practical, a significant concern in such patients. meanwhile, it is much more affordable than the other available techniques. level of evidence: v