Anterograde fixation of inverted oblique medial malleolus fractures

Autor: Sávio Chami, Thiago Lima, Alexandre Pallottino, Breno Scorza, José Franco, Rogério Bitar
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2021
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Zdroj: Journal of the Foot & Ankle, Vol 15, Iss 1, Pp 66-69 (2021)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2675-2980
DOI: 10.30795/jfootankle.2021.v15.1230
Popis: Fractures of the medial malleolus are common, with avulsion being the main trauma mechanism. In simple transverse fractures, retrograde fixation with interfragmentary screws is the most common means of achieving anatomical reduction and absolute stability. However, greater attention must be paid in cases of inverted oblique fractures, which make traditional fixation difficult. We report a case in which anatomical reduction and stabilization were achieved using a reduction clamp and two headless compression screws placed anteriorly, resulting in a mechanically stable, safe and effective repair. Level of Evidence V, Therapeutic Studies; Expert Opinion.
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