True or False: A partial articular acetabulum fracture may involve one or both columns?

A partial articular acetabulum fracture can indeed involve one or both columns of the acetabulum. The acetabulum is the cup-shaped socket of the hip joint and is divided into two main columns: the anterior (front) column and the posterior (back) column. A partial articular fracture suggests that not all of the surface of the articular cartilage is affected, allowing for the possibility that either one column or both can be involved in the fracture. This type of fracture often complicates the management and treatment because it can affect joint stability and mechanics. Understanding this is crucial for orthopedic assessment and surgical planning.