Thompson and Epstein classification


The Thompson and Epstein classification is a system of categorizing posterior fracture/dislocations of the hip.

Classification

TypeDescription
Iwith or without a minor fracture
IIwith a large single fracture of the posterior acetabular rim
IIIwith comminution of the acetabular ring
IVwith a fracture of the acetabular floor
Vwith a fracture of the femoral head